Onboarding & Talent Development Manager

The Onboarding & Talent Development Manager manages the full lifecycle of new-hire integration while also administering foundational learning and development programs that support employee growth and long-term engagement. This individual-contributor manager serves as the central expert for offer management, onboarding processes, employee documentation, immigration coordination, and early-career learning initiatives. This role enhances organizational capability through continuous improvement, process leadership, and cross-functional partnership. 

Principle Accountabilities:

Offer Management & Pre-Hire Experience

• Create and maintain candidate pipeline tracking, documentation, and communication, partnering with recruiting team.
• Own the end-to-end creation, review, and distribution of offer letters, ensuring consistency with hiring policies.
• Partner with recruiting, hiring managers, and HR to ensure pre-hire requirements and expectations are clearly communicated and completed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during the pre-boarding and orientation phase.
• Book travel and lodging accommodations for candidate visits and new hire relocation.
• Coordinate incoming employee immigration needs, when applicable. 

Onboarding & Orientation Management

• Lead the planning and execution of the full onboarding and orientation process.
• Deliver engaging new hire orientation sessions that reinforce culture, values, and policies & procedures.
• Align cross-functional partners (IT, Security, Payroll, Facilities, HR) to ensure flawless Day 1 readiness.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of onboarding materials, welcome packets, and branded items.
• Continuously improve onboarding workflows based on feedback, metrics, and best practices.
• Streamline onboarding and recruiting workflows.
• Maintain accurate records and track onboarding metrics.
• Partner with HR functions to serve as a backup resource when needed.

Learning & Development (L&D)

• Support and facilitate company-wide foundational learning programs, including employee learning paths, compliance training, and soft-skill training.
• Build and maintain a scalable onboarding curriculum that supports employee ramp-up and long-term performance.
• Partner with HR and leaders to identify skill gaps and recommend learning solutions.
• Coordinate logistics for internal training opportunities, workshops, and development sessions.
• Track L&D completion rates, learning outcomes, and effectiveness metrics.
• Maintain a library of learning resources and ensure content remains current and relevant.

Program Ownership & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and enhance onboarding, L&D, and integration processes to improve efficiency, employee experience, and scalability.
• Develop standardized documentation, templates, checklists, and guides.
• Track key metrics such as onboarding satisfaction, time-to-productivity, offer turnaround time, and L&D completion rates.
• Present insights and recommendations to leadership to support data-driven decision-making.

Management Responsibility 

Not applicable

Reports to

Associate Director, Talent Management

 Knowledge & Skills 

• Strong understanding of onboarding, L&D, HR operations, and employment documentation.
• Process-oriented mindset and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and through digital platforms.
• Experience designing training content or programs (formal or informal).
• Comfortability with facilitating training.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industries preferred.
• Interest in improving candidate and employee experience.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting and/or onboarding management.
• 1+ years of experience in learning and development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Ability to work in a standard office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 20 lbs) for office materials or event setup.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with exposure to confidential and sensitive information.

Travel 

Up to 10% of local travel. (Between Chantilly and Manassas offices)

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.