Lead Program Manager, Talent Operations

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Are you passionate about transforming recruiting processes to help companies grow and thrive? We're looking for a Senior Program Manager to join our team and bring a product mindset to TA. In this role, you'll lead the charge in building scalable programs and systems that ensure we hire the best talent efficiently and effectively. You'll partner with key teams across the organization to solve challenges, streamline processes, and create solutions that have a direct impact on our ability to grow rapidly and strategically.

Create Recruiting Programs That Work:

• Design and launch innovative recruiting initiatives to tackle the challenges of rapid growth.
• Optimize tools and processes that make hiring smoother, faster, and better for everyone involved.
• Collaborate with leaders across the organization to align recruiting strategies with business goals.

Lead Big Projects With Impact:

• Own the delivery of key projects, from system rollouts to process overhauls.
• Establish clear timelines and goals, keeping teams on track and driving results.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions that work.

Be the Go-To Expert on Recruiting Systems:

• Help select and implement the right recruiting tools and technology to support growth.
• Ensure systems are user-friendly, efficient, and ready to scale.
• Work with vendors and People Technology to address issues and improve system performance.

Turn Data Into Action:

• Use analytics to uncover opportunities, track success, and refine programs.
• Build dashboards and reporting tools to share insights and measure impact.
• Help leadership make data-driven decisions that support growth and innovation.

Be a Key Partner Across Teams:

• Work closely with recruiting, HR, and other departments to align on priorities.
• Provide strategic guidance on how to optimize the recruiting experience for candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers.
• Communicate progress and results to stakeholders at all levels.

What Success Looks Like:

• You've built scalable recruiting programs that make hiring seamless and efficient.
  Recruiting teams are empowered with the tools and systems they need to succeed.
• Leadership has actionable insights to refine strategies and drive growth.
• The company is set up for success in attracting and hiring top talent, even as we scale rapidly.

• 7+ years of experience in recruiting operations or program management, preferably in high-growth tech companies.
• A history of designing and managing programs and systems that solve complex recruiting challenges.
• Deep knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools.
• Strong project management skills with a proven ability to drive projects to completion.
• Excellent communication skills-you know how to influence, inspire, and build trust with diverse teams.
• A love of data and analytics, with a knack for turning insights into action.
• The ability to adapt quickly and navigate ambiguity. You seek answers and make bold decisions/recommendations.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $109,700 - $137,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian's service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.