Director, Talent Programs

About the Position

We are looking for a Director, Talent Programs to join our team at Zeta Global in New York, NY. This strategic role is pivotal in delivering and continuously improving high-impact talent and employee programs across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior Director, Talent Development & Experience to execute Zeta’s global talent strategy across the employee lifecycle, including recruiting projects, performance management, engagement surveys, and ad hoc projects.
• Translate strategic priorities into clear project plans, governance structures, timelines, communications, and measurable outcomes across multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Lead the day-to-day planning and operational execution of global talent programs, including performance management and engagement-survey cycles, from project planning through reporting, action planning, and continuous improvement.
• Build scalable program operations through standardized processes, annual planning rhythms, project-management practices, and clear ownership across global initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence across recruiting, onboarding, communications, projects, and development to improve consistency, efficiency, and employee experience.
• Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, People Operations, Employee Experience, and regional leaders to deliver connected, globally consistent programs and support priority recruiting projects.
• Leverage data, employee feedback, and operational insights to evaluate program effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and surface recommendations that inform talent strategy and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in Talent Management, HR Operations, Talent Operations, Program Management, or related People functions.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide or global people programs.
• Demonstrated success building scalable processes and operational frameworks.
• Strong project and program management experience with multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into recommendations.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $135,000 - $145,000 per year.
• A hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a supportive community for all employees.

About the Company

Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA) is the intelligent AI infrastructure company helping enterprises transform proprietary data into enterprise intelligence. The Zeta Data Cloud and Athena by Zeta™ connect proprietary enterprise knowledge with advanced AI to enable better decisions, more effective customer engagement, and stronger business outcomes. With one of the industry's largest proprietary data assets, Zeta helps organizations accelerate AI transformation and build durable competitive advantage. Founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley, Zeta is headquartered in New York City with offices worldwide. Learn more at www.zetaglobal.com.

Zeta considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.