Senior Manager, Talent Solutions

Perscholashires; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40+ days paid time off

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

Perscholashires is looking for a Senior Manager, Talent Solutions to enhance employer engagement and career support for graduates in Boston. This role is vital in achieving job attainment goals while supporting team members and driving alumni success.

The ideal candidate will have HR experience, strong employer networks, and a proven track record in securing technology job placements. A salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 is offered, complemented by comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, recruiting, or workforce development.
• Proven success in talent placement and employer engagement.
• Strong network and ability to build employer partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead employer engagement and career advisement initiatives.
• Expand employer pipeline and support other managers.
• Oversee placement and outcome data management.

Skills

HR experience

Talent placement success

Employer engagement

Data-savvy

Tech-savvy with social media

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we’re forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings.

Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA

POSITION TITLE

Senior Manager, Talent Solutions

REPORTS TO

Senior Director, Talent Solutions

LOCATION

Boston, MA

ABOUT US

Per Scholas is a national nonprofit transforming lives through tech career pathways. Our Talent Solutions team builds and maintains strong employer partnerships, helping graduates secure mid-level technology positions while creating equitable career opportunities.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Solutions to lead employer engagement, career advisement, and placement initiatives for our Boston team. This role will expand our employer pipeline, support and develop other managers, and drive alumni success in securing technology jobs. The Senior Manager will play a key role in achieving our 80% job attainment goal per cohort while strengthening Per Scholas’ influence in workforce development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Employer Engagement & Partnerships (30%)

• Build and manage relationships with local and national employers to secure job placements.
• Attend networking events, job fairs, and other forums to capture connections and expand partnerships.
• Lead research, sector analysis, and pitch development to drive strategic placement initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic voice in employer engagement practices and workforce trends.
• Coach and mentor Talent Solutions managers to enhance employer outreach and placement strategies.

Career Advisement & Alumni Support (50%)

• Provide advanced career guidance to graduates and alumni on job attainment and career growth.
• Conduct one‑on‑one and small group advisement sessions, preparing graduates for interviews and job applications.
• Lead alumni engagement programs and workshops to ensure ongoing career support.
• Support managers in delivering high‑quality career advisement and alumni support.

Data & Program Oversight (20%)

• Oversee placement and outcome data in Salesforce and other systems.
• Complete alumni event data entry into Salesforce.
• Provide employer feedback to inform curriculum and services.
• Support managers in tracking team performance and achieving Talent Solutions goals.

What You Bring

• Experience in HR, recruiting, career development, workforce development, or business development.
• Proven success in talent placement, employer engagement, and job readiness.
• Strong network and ability to build new employer partnerships.
• Data‑savvy and metrics‑oriented; familiarity with Salesforce or similar platforms.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable using social media and digital tools for outreach, including HubSpot.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic, results‑driven, and mission‑focused.
• Collaborative and flexible, able to work cross‑functionally while driving independent initiatives.
• Strong communicator and effective mentor.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Committed to Per Scholas’ mission of creating equitable career pathways in technology.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range between $65,000/year and $70,000/year. The difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including the geography in which the selected candidate resides and alignment with qualifications and experience.

Benefits & Perks

Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and overall quality of life!

Holidays & PTO: Full‑time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence Day and a week before the New Year). Full‑time benefits‑eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for sick, safe, or personal reasons and accrue vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work‑life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part‑time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit‑eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out‑of‑pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer‑paid dental and vision premiums.

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%; eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members

Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.

Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer‑paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer‑paid short‑term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long‑term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.