Onboarding & Talent Development Manager

Granules • Chantilly, VA

18h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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 & 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.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with exposure to confidential and sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industries preferred.
• Interest in improving candidate and employee experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level