Talent Manager Jobs in Ohio

Talent Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in entertainment management, corporate talent acquisition, and sports representation across seniority levels from coordinator to senior director. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established organizations like Nationwide, Progressive, and the Cleveland Clinic maintain in-house talent functions. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio right now are executive talent strategy, performing arts management, and full-cycle recruiting leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerAccenture
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring6
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryStaffing

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Superior
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Superior
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Talent Acquisition Manager
Superior
Columbus, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $130k/yr
Hybrid
51-200

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Materion
Manager, Talent Acquisition
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Manager, Talent Acquisition
Materion
Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Norwood Medical
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Talent Acquisition Manager
Norwood Medical
Dayton, Ohio
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Bachelor's degree in communications
51-200

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Cengage
Sr Manager, HR Talent Strategy Partner
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Cengage
Added 1w ago
Sr Manager, HR Talent Strategy Partner
Cengage
Ohio
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
$102k - $133k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Medical Service Company
Talent Development Manager
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Medical Service Company
Added 1w ago
Talent Development Manager
Medical Service Company
Cleveland, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$64k - $96k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Talent Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Cleveland
4 jobs
Cincinnati
3 jobs
Dayton
1 job
Grove City
1 job
Mayfield Heights
1 job

Talent Manager Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Accenture
Accenture2 open roles
Tosoh
Tosoh1 open role
Cengage
Cengage1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in talent manager jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • Three or more years of experience in talent acquisition, HR, or talent development
  • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruiting or talent pipeline programs
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills and experience partnering with senior leadership
  • PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP certification preferred by many Ohio employers

Talent Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a talent manager in Ohio?

Most talent manager roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or communications, plus several years of recruiting or HR experience. Ohio does not issue a state license for talent managers, but professional credentials such as the SHRM-CP or PHR are widely recognized by Ohio employers and strengthen your candidacy. Corporate talent roles typically build from HR coordinator or recruiter positions, while entertainment and sports talent management often starts with agency or artist management assistant work.

How much do talent managers make in Ohio?

Talent managers in Ohio earn a median of about $76,790 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,820 for the lowest 10% to over $190,540 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire talent managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring talent managers in Ohio right now include Accenture, Tosoh, and Cengage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and a growing entertainment scene in Columbus and Cleveland creates steady demand across both corporate and creative talent management.

Which Ohio cities have the most talent manager jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati have the most talent manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters and a fast-growing tech and media sector, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw openings from major health systems, financial services firms, and regional entertainment venues that maintain dedicated talent functions.

Are there remote talent manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles. About 67% of talent manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the work, sourcing candidates, advising hiring managers, and managing vendor relationships, can be done outside a physical office. Fully remote arrangements are most common in corporate talent acquisition roles, while artist and sports management positions typically require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a talent manager in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as an HR coordinator or talent acquisition specialist, roles that large Ohio employers like Nationwide, Huntington Bancshares, and JobsOhio partner organizations post regularly for candidates without extensive experience. Many Ohio health systems, including OhioHealth and the Cleveland Clinic, run HR development programs that place early-career candidates into talent-facing roles. Earning a SHRM-CP or PHR certification while working in an adjacent HR or administrative role signals readiness and gives you a concrete edge in Ohio hiring processes.

Where can I find and apply to talent manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to talent manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across corporate, entertainment, and nonprofit sectors. Find roles that fit your experience level and location preference and apply directly to the employer.

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