Manager, Emerging Talent Programs

Manager, Emerging Talent Programs

This role will be based in Mountain View, CA or San Francisco, CA.

At LinkedIn, our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture, connection, clarity, and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid, meaning it will be performed both from home and from a LinkedIn office on select days, as determined by the business needs of the team.

We are looking for a Manager of Emerging Talent Programs to reimagine and lead the next generation of entry-level pipeline programs at LinkedIn. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of early identification and internship programs, guiding a team of five program managers and ensuring alignment with business outcomes across both technical and non-technical roles.

Reporting to the Director of Emerging Talent, you will play a critical role in shaping strategy, driving innovation, and building scalable programs that meet the evolving needs of our workforce. You'll bring a bold, forward-thinking mindset with an eye toward AI adoption, speed to execution, and first-of-its-kind experiences to reimagine the recruitment lifecycle and transform how we attract, engage, and prepare entry-level talent.

This position is hybrid and based in the Bay Area Mountain View or San Francisco. Regular participation in program events and in-office engagements will be required.

Responsibilities :

• Team Leadership : Lead, coach, and inspire a team of 5 program managers; foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth.
• Program Strategy : Build and evolve strategies for early ID and internship programs to deliver strong pipelines and measurable business impact.
• Innovation & AI Mindset : Champion new approaches in engaging emerging talent and design first-of-kind experiences, leveraging AI to accelerate time from idea to delivery.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Partner closely with senior business and TA leaders across tech and non-tech functions to ensure alignment of program outcomes with organizational goals.
• Operational Excellence : Drive program execution with strong project management, clear governance, and disciplined prioritization.
• Culture & Engagement : Champion LinkedIn's culture of belonging; design events and touchpoints that create meaningful experiences for candidates and employees alike.
• Business Impact : Measure program effectiveness, report on outcomes, and ensure initiatives directly support LinkedIn's strategic workforce needs.
• Event Engagement : Dedicate time to support and attend program events, building visibility and reinforcing program value across the company.

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LinkedIn is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

The pay range for this role is $116,000 to $189,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits and / or other applicable incentive compensation plans.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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