Talent Operations Manager

About Us 

dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 50,000 teams every week. 

As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Cloud customers, including JetBlue, HubSpot, Vodafone New Zealand, and Dunelm. We’re backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners:

Location: UK or Dublin

At dbt Labs, we’re building a high performing Talent Acquisition function, and we're looking for an experienced Talent Operations Manager to lead the charge in optimsing our recruiting systems, tools, data, and processes. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast paced, scaling environment and is excited to build infrastructure that enables a world class recruiting team.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting Tools & Systems

• Own and manage our ATS (Greenhouse), ensuring optimal configuration, adoption, and functionality
• Evaluate, implement, and manage sourcing and recruiting tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Metaview, scheduling software)
• Lead regular audits of tools and tech stack; identify opportunities to reduce inefficiencies and improve user experience.

Data, Reporting & Analytics

• Build and maintain dashboards and reports to track recruiting KPIs (time to fill, source of hire, diversity metrics, etc.)
• Provide data driven insights for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and recruiting strategy sessions

Process Optimisation

• Standardise processes across teams while enabling flexibility for unique role requirements
• Continuously improve candidate experience by identifying and removing friction in the hiring journey.
  
  

Enablement & Compliance

• Train recruiters, coordinators, and hiring managers on tools, processes, and best practice
• Ensure compliance with global hiring policies, including data privacy (e.g., GDPR) and DEI guidelines

Strategic Support

• Act as a thought partner to TA leadership on headcount planning, hiring forecasts, and budget alignment
• Partner with DEI leaders to drive equitable and inclusive hiring practices across the funnel.
• Support employee referral programs and internal mobility processes.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years in Talent Operations, Recruiting Operations, or People Ops — preferably in tech or high-growth environments
• Proven experience managing ATS systems (Greenhouse strongly preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with experience building reports and visual dashboards
• Comfortable evaluating new tools and managing vendor relationships
• Deep understanding of recruiting workflows and candidate lifecycle
• Passion for operational excellence, process design, and team enablement
• Collaborative and communicative, with a bias for action and ownership.
  
  

Over and Above

• Experience supporting international recruiting
• Familiarity with tools like Gem, Teamable, GoodTime, or similar
• Project management or process improvement certifications.

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dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume.

Want to learn more about our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at dbt Labs? Check out our DEI page.

dbt Labs reserves the right to amend or withdraw the posting at any time. For employees outside the United States, dbt Labs offers a competitive benefits package. Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations.