Global Talent Acquisition Operations Manager

• Location: Budapest, Hungary
• Job Type: Permanent, Full time, Hybrid

About the job

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Global Talent Acquisition Operations Manager to join our Chief Talent Office. This role is essential for developing and implementing strategies within the Talent Acquisition global function in order to make it more agile, data-driven, and aligned with Sanofi’s growth objectives. This key role oversees and optimizes our talent practices, ensuring that we attract and select talent, from Early career to Executive Levels, effectively while delivering the best-in-class people centric experience.

In this role, you will, with your team, contribute to develop near and long-term talent innovation strategies to ensure Sanofi remains competitive with constantly evolving talent needs and external talent marketplace demands.  This role collaborates closely with partners across regions and functions, such as the Talent Office, Employer Branding, Legal, Rewards and Performance, Digital, People and Culture, People Services. The role is part of the Operational Excellence leadership team and reports into the Global Head of Talent Operational Excellence.

Our Hubs are a crucial part of how we innovate, improving performance across every Sanofi department and providing a springboard for the amazing work we do. Build a career and you can be part of transforming our business while helping to change millions of lives.

The role requires up to 15% travel, including international trips.

Main responsibilities

• Talent Strategy & Execution - Optimize and implement efficient talent acquisition operations, enhancing automation and user experience from early career to executive recruitment
• Continuously assess and improve processes to support business transformation
• Technology & Process Optimization - Oversee global implementation and maintenance of talent acquisition systems (ATS, CRM), ensuring harmonization and efficiency
• Collaborate with digital and operations teams to troubleshoot, update, and improve systems
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management - Partner with senior leadership to align recruitment strategies with workforce planning
• Manage relationships with RPOs, recruitment agencies, and other external vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration - Lead and coach a diverse team while working closely with regional and global stakeholders
• Drive engagement through global talent meetings and operational initiatives
• Compliance & Best Practices - Ensure adherence to country-specific legal, fiscal, and regulatory requirements
• Stay updated on industry trends and implement best practices to maintain a competitive talent acquisition edge
• Metrics & Reporting - Leverage data and analytics to monitor recruitment success, drive process improvements, and ensure alignment with SLAs and KPIs
• Collaborate with People Analytics for informed decision-making
• Training & Change Management - Develop and deliver training sessions on talent acquisition solutions
• Support change management efforts by ensuring smooth implementation of new processes and fostering a data-driven culture
• Project & Budget Management - Lead talent operations projects, ensuring timely execution of initiatives
• Manage budgets efficiently to optimize resource allocation for recruitment and talent management solutions
• Actively contribute to project governance, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making processes
• Ethical & Compliance Standards - Ensures procurement practices align with corporate ethics, financial policies, and internal controls
• Knowledge Transfer, Training, and Support - Build capability by developing and delivering training sessions on recruitment and talent management as needed

About you

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition or operations

Soft and technical skills

• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Deep understanding of Talent Acquisition programs and HR operations in large or complex organizations
• Experience with AI-driven Talent technology and HR systems like Workday, Beamery, HireVue, and business intelligence tools
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; Power BI knowledge is an advantage
• Proficiency in HR analytics and talent acquisition/management metrics
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive, collaborative approach to overcoming challenges
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and adapt in multicultural and fast-changing environments

Languages

• Fluent in English (both verbal and written)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Certification in Project Management, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention, and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

If the description fits your experience and sparks your interest, please apply so we can get in contact with you!

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