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How much do manager talent relations jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager talent relations in the United States is $122,972.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $138,000.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager, Talent Relations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager, Talent Relations, you need expertise in employee relations, conflict resolution, and a strong understanding of HR policies, typically supported by a degree in human resources or a related field. Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS), employment law, and certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR are often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to build trust set top performers apart. These skills and qualifications are essential for fostering a positive workplace culture, ensuring compliance, and effectively managing sensitive workplace issues.

How does a Manager of Talent Relations typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Manager of Talent Relations frequently partners with HR, legal, communications, and various business units to ensure consistent messaging and support for talent needs. This collaboration often involves coordinating with HR for onboarding and retention strategies, working with legal teams on contract negotiations, and aligning with communications to manage public relations and internal announcements. Effective cross-departmental collaboration is essential for building strong relationships with talent and ensuring organizational goals are met.

What is the difference between Manager Talent Relations vs Talent Acquisition Specialist?

AspectManager Talent RelationsTalent Acquisition Specialist
Primary FocusMaintaining employee relationships, engagement, and internal communicationSourcing, recruiting, and hiring new talent
Required CredentialsHR or related certifications, experience in employee relationsRecruitment certifications, HR or related background
Work EnvironmentHR departments, internal company teamsRecruitment agencies, HR departments, external job sites
Industry UsageCommonly used in organizations with large HR teamsWidely used in recruiting and staffing firms

While both roles are part of HR, the Manager Talent Relations focuses on employee engagement and internal relations, whereas the Talent Acquisition Specialist concentrates on attracting and hiring new employees. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right responsibilities and find suitable candidates for each role.

What are Manager Talent Relations?

A Manager of Talent Relations is responsible for building and maintaining positive relationships between an organization and its talent, which may include employees, artists, athletes, or other professionals. They act as a liaison between talent and management, address concerns, resolve conflicts, and help ensure that both the organization’s goals and the needs of the talent are met. This role often involves overseeing contract negotiations, supporting talent development, and ensuring a positive and productive work environment. They work closely with HR, legal, and management teams to support the overall success of the organization.
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Infographic showing various Manager Talent Relations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,972 per year, or $59.1 per hour.
Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Ergon, Inc

Flowood, MS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Ergon Inc. rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 74 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Ergon Inc. seeks a full-time Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join our Human Resources team in Flowood, MS. The Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, leads the execution and continuous improvement of Ergon's enterprise recruiting strategy, with a strong emphasis on building a Center of Excellence (COE) model for salaried hiring. This role ensures consistent, high-quality hiring outcomes through a disciplined, scalable, and data-driven approach, while strengthening proactive talent pipelines across experienced and early career talent.
By establishing standardized recruiting practices and elevating hiring manager capability, this role enables the organization to move from reactive hiring to a strategic, pipeline-driven model. In close partnership with HR Business Partners, Talent Management, and business leaders, the Senior Manager ensures recruiting efforts align with business priorities and future capability needs while delivering an exceptional candidate experience grounded in Respectful Relationships and Empowered Service.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition
  • Experience leading recruiting teams in a multi-function or multi-business environment
  • Demonstrated success building scalable recruiting processes and operating models
  • Experience partnering with and influencing business leaders on hiring decisions
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience building or operating within a recruiting Center of Excellence (COE), particularly for salaried hiring
  • Strong expertise in structured interviewing and selection methodologies
  • Experience developing proactive talent pipelines, including early career programs
  • Proven ability to improve hiring manager capability and accountability
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Experience reducing reliance on external search firms through internal capability building

Duties and Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and execute enterprise recruiting strategy aligned to workforce plans and business priorities
  • Build and lead a Center of Excellence (COE) for salaried recruiting, establishing standardized processes, tools, and service delivery models
  • Establish and enforce recruiting standards, service levels (SLAs), and consistent practices across all business units
  • Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for critical and salaried roles, reducing reliance on reactive recruiting
  • Lead university relations and early talent programs (internships, co-ops, and conversion pipelines) to support long-term workforce needs
  • Improve quality of hire through structured selection, assessment, and interview practices
  • Drive consistency and rigor in candidate evaluation and hiring decisions across the enterprise
  • Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to prioritize hiring needs and ensure alignment
  • Build hiring manager capability in interviewing, candidate evaluation, and decision-making, reinforcing accountability for outcomes
  • Monitor and improve key metrics including time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and first-year retention
  • Drive operational excellence through standardization, process improvement, and effective use of recruiting systems and tools
  • Optimize recruiting team capacity, workload balancing, and delivery model to support COE effectiveness
  • Leverage data and analytics to identify risks, improve performance, and inform recruiting strategy
  • Lead and develop the Talent Acquisition team, fostering a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented culture aligned to Selfless Leadership

Why Ergon Inc.?
At Ergon, we are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values the growth and contributions of each employee. Headquarters in Flowood, Mississippi, we take pride in maintaining a close-knit, small-company atmosphere while offering exceptional career opportunities. With approximately 4,500 employees, we operate in multiple sectors, including pavement & pavement preservation, specialty refining, logistics, construction, and specialty chemicals. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where talent is recognized, rewarded, and empowered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) matching & profit sharing
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Additional voluntary benefits
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide compensation strategy
  • Collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven culture
  • Career growth in a dynamic, diversified organization

At Ergon Inc., we live by our core values:
  • Empowered Service: Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. That's empowered service.
  • Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
  • Purposeful Growth: We believe employee and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has continually reinvested tremendously back into the business, not just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and strategically.
  • Respectful Relationships: Together, we foster a culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared values, constantly forging respectful relationships.

Come and join the Ergon team!
We are an EEO/AAP employer.
Job Role: Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition
Location: Flowood, MS

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