Strategic Early Talent Programs Manager

Hancock Whitney Corp.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney Corp. in the United States seeks a Manager, Early Career Programs to design, implement, and oversee internship programs, post-graduate rotations, and entry-level talent pipelines.

You will partner with business leaders, HR, universities, and community partners to build a diverse, high-performing early talent pipeline, set KPIs, and continuously improve programs while embedding inclusion across all activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Advanced degree preferred. 6+ years of HR, talent development or D&I experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage enterprise-wide early career programs including internships and rotations.
• Lead end-to-end program cycles: recruitment, onboarding, development, evaluation, offboarding.
• Create program curricula such as workshops, cohort experiences, leadership exposure, and coaching.
• Establish KPIs and accountability frameworks; drive continuous process improvement.
• Monitor, report on program effectiveness, and implement enhancements as needed.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to build strong early talent pipelines and campus recruitment.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, community organizations, and professional programs.
• Represent the organization at campus events and external early-career networks; train managers.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Influencing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Hancock Whitney Corp. in the United States seeks a Manager, Early Career Programs to design, implement, and oversee internship programs, post-graduate rotations, and entry-level talent pipelines.

You will partner with business leaders, HR, universities, and community partners to build a diverse, high-performing early talent pipeline, set KPIs, and continuously improve programs while embedding inclusion across all activities.