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University and Technical Talent Acquisition Manager – Spring, TX (Hybrid)
Requisition ID
29102
Country
United States of America
Location type
Hybrid
State / Province
Texas
City
Houston
About Us
Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 17,000 colleagues globally serve clients from more than 130 offices across the globe. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle:
- Organizational Strategy
- Assessment and Succession
- Talent Acquisition
- Leadership and Professional Development
- Total Rewards
The Role
Korn Ferry is seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to support our client with University and Technical hiring.
The role will be Hybrid based in the Houston, TX area. The Talent Acquisition Manager will contribute to Korn Ferry's growth and profitability goals by delivering best in class recruitment services to our client. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operational aspects of the project and scope to include oversight and support of the customized RPO solution. The aim of the role is to ensure the continued quality assurance of the project delivered to our client while being a true strategic partner.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and execute project work plans using the Project Toolkit and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Ensure search requests are clearly defined to include key responsibilities, requirements, reporting structure, compensation and interview process.
- Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities. Define and communicate individual and team metrics.
- Maintain awareness of creative sourcing strategies and work closely with team to develop best approach for client.
- Effectively apply Korn Ferry's staffing methodology and enforce project standards. Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client. Anticipate and minimize risks on project.
- Prepare and participate in project reviews with client and senior management. Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors. Escalate and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
- Facilitate regular status meetings with project team and client. Keep team informed of changes within the Company.
- Ensure project documents and engagements are complete and updated timely. Develop and deliver client and management reporting.
- Review and track team hours and expenses as needed.
- Participate in project scoping and implement SOW/SLA requirements. Identify business development and “add-on sales opportunities as they relate to the project.
- Manage day-to-day client interaction. Set and manage client expectations.
- Communicate effectively with client to identify needs and evaluate alternative recruiting solutions.
- Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a knowledge base of client’s business, organization and objectives.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
- Inspire team to attain goals and pursue excellence.
- Conduct effective performance evaluations and help execute career development plans.
- Manage a small requisition load, as needed, in support of client needs.
Skills & Experience
- 5-10 years of relevant leadership experience in talent acquisition with experience in University and Technical hiring
- Ability to be onsite in Spring, TX 3 per week
- Strong understanding of full life cycle recruiting, and University hiring cycles
- Understanding of recruiting metrics and reporting standards.
- Familiarity with SLA’s/SOW as it relates to our business.
- Understands revenue and pricing models and P&L’s.
- Computer skills specifically Excel and PowerPoint, and facility with numbers.
- Familiarity with Human Resource laws and functions.
- Business development/sales background or orientation.
- Strong proven track record of success in leading and motivating teams of recruiters.
- Ability to analyze complex data and develop sound recommendations and solutions.
- Excellent planning and organizing skills; able to “juggle” responsibilities effectively in a high volume, fast-paced service environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with client and in large group settings.
- Strong customer and results orientation.
- Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
- Ability to adapt as organization evolves.
- Energetic, confidence, maturity and interpersonal sensitivity.
- High School Diploma Required, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Korn Ferry may use AI as part of its recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.
Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry
If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.
Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Background Check Disclaimer
The successful candidate will need to complete background checks as part of our recruitment process, this may include criminal, education credentials, employment history, and other background information relevant to your employment qualifications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Acquisition Manager
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Acquisition Manager roles require USCIS to approve a specialty occupation link. A finance, real estate, or business degree maps cleanly, but a general management degree may trigger a Request for Evidence. Pull your transcript and verify the field-of-study match before applying.
Check LCA filings before you apply
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for Acquisition Manager roles. Employers who've filed before understand the DOL prevailing-wage and timeline requirements, which cuts the risk of a sponsorship commitment falling apart after an offer.
Target acquirers with active deal pipelines
Private equity firms, REITs, and defense contractors run recurring acquisition cycles that justify H-1B specialty occupation approval. Companies with one-off acquisition needs often struggle to demonstrate the ongoing professional role USCIS expects, so prioritize employers with deal volume.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for Acquisition Manager in your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the Level I through Level IV range before you negotiate, so your accepted offer doesn't require a costly amendment after the LCA is filed.
Get the LCA timeline in writing at offer stage
Employers must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. Ask HR for a written timeline covering LCA filing, USCIS submission, and your expected start date so you can align your current status or OPT end date with the employer's internal process.
Build an EB-2 case alongside your H-1B
Acquisition Managers with an MBA or a finance master's often qualify for EB-2 PERM from day one. Ask your employer to start PERM labor certification concurrently with H-1B sponsorship, since the EB-2 priority date clock only starts when PERM is filed, not when you get promoted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Acquisition Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS recognizes Acquisition Manager as a specialty occupation when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate, or a directly related field. Generalist postings that accept any degree raise RFE risk, so the job description should explicitly state the degree requirement before the LCA is filed.
Which visa types do Acquisition Manager employers typically sponsor?
H-1B is the most common path because the role meets the specialty occupation threshold. Employers also sponsor EB-2 green cards for candidates with advanced degrees in finance or business. TN visa is not available for Acquisition Manager because the role isn't on the USMCA profession list. J-1 visa is rarely used outside structured exchange programs.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Acquisition Manager roles?
Browse Acquisition Manager listings on Migrate Mate, which shows employers with verified sponsorship history for this role. Focusing on employers who've sponsored before is the most reliable way to avoid offers where the company is willing in principle but unprepared to execute the LCA and I-129 petition process on your timeline.
Does my degree field affect sponsorship approval for this role?
It matters significantly. A finance, real estate, economics, or MBA degree aligns directly with the core duties of financial modeling, deal structuring, and due diligence. A degree in a loosely related field like marketing or general management can still work, but expect USCIS to scrutinize the connection and potentially issue an RFE requesting a more detailed nexus explanation from the employer.
Can I transfer an H-1B to a new Acquisition Manager employer mid-job search?
Yes. If you're already in H-1B status, you can start with a new employer once they file the H-1B transfer petition with USCIS. You don't need to wait for approval before beginning work. The new employer must still file a certified LCA for the new position, so confirm that step is included in their sponsorship process before accepting the offer.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Acquisition Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.