Senior Manager, Programs - Talent Acquisition

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

We’re continuing to grow, and at the heart of supporting our mission is our Talent Team.

As Netflix continues to evolve and the complexity of our organization grows, we are looking for a Senior Manager, Programs to join the Talent Acquisition team. This role will manage a small team to coordinate and manage initiatives across the broader global Talent organization while also serving as a key member of the leadership team for Strategic Programs.

This role can be based out of our offices in Los Angeles, Los Gatos, or New York City.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and set the strategic roadmap for the TA Programs team. Manage and develop a high-performing team of Program Managers. Set clear expectations, raise the bar on execution, and build a culture of accountability and growth.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of complex, global Talent Acquisition initiatives. Partner closely with Informed Captains and senior stakeholders to scope programs with rigor.
• Drive execution from concept through launch and ensure each initiative delivers measurable business value.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to TA Leadership. Provide visibility into organizational health, surface risks early, and influence sound decision-making.
• Design and lead change strategies that drive sustained adoption of new tools, processes, and AI-enabled workflows. Align stakeholders across regions and functions to ensure long-term behavioral change, not just successful rollouts.
• Act as the bridge between Talent Acquisition and Talent Tech, Engineering, Product and TA Operations. Ensure core systems, such as Workday and related platforms, are optimized for scale, data integrity, and user experience. Evaluate and implement automation and AI solutions that improve efficiency and quality.
• Standardise and evolve global program management methodologies and operating rhythms. Increase the speed, clarity, and consistency of delivery across the Talent organisation. Lead post implementation reviews and use data to continuously improve outcomes.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships across Strategic Programs, TA, and technical teams. Drive alignment, resource efficiency, and a clear, scalable operating model.

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience leading complex, cross-functional programs, with at least 3+ years within Talent or HR environments.
• 5+ years of people management experience, ideally leading Project or Program Managers.
• Strong business judgment and the ability to solve complex problems with analytical rigor.
• Proven ability to use data to tell compelling stories and drive decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing executive memos and building strategic presentations.
• Strong facilitation skills in cross-functional settings.
• Technical fluency across recruiting systems and tools, with demonstrated experience implementing automation or AI-enabled solutions at scale, or the ability to translate AI capabilities into practical, workflow-embedded solutions.
• Deep understanding of how systems, data, and workflows connect across sourcing, recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $270,000.00 - $490,000.00.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.