About the role
As a Senior Manager, AI Strategy & Talent Transformation Program Manager, you will make an impact by helping Cognizant’s recruiting organization adopt and scale new ways of working by driving our AI transformation from a program, people, and change perspective. You will be a valued member of the Global Talent Acquisition team and work collaboratively with Global recruitment leaders, other stakeholders and teams.
In this role, you will:
- Serve as a program partner to leadership, helping turn strategic priorities into executable plans
- Lead end‑to‑end program management for AI‑related initiatives, from intake and prioritization through rollout and sustained adoption
- Drive change management and adoption, ensuring new ways of working are understood, embraced, and embedded
- Own and scale the AI Ambassador program, building an engaged community that supports peer learning and feedback
- Develop and manage communications and messaging to keep stakeholders aligned and informed
- Coordinate across teams to manage dependencies, risks, timelines, and outcomes
- Track progress and impact across multiple initiatives and provide clear updates to leadership
- Support capability building and readiness as roles, processes, and expectations evolve
Work model: Remote
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
10+ years of experience leading complex, cross-functional programs, with demonstrated success translating strategy into execution
8+ years of experience in talent, recruiting, HR transformation, or workforce-related initiatives within a global or matrixed organization
Experience driving change management, adoption, and stakeholder alignment across diverse audiences
Background partnering with senior leaders to influence priorities, manage dependencies, and deliver measurable outcomes
Comfortable working alongside technology or digital teams, supporting business adoption of AI-enabled tools, platforms, or new ways of working
These will help you stand out
Strong program management background with deep talent or recruiting domain experience.
Excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to lead through influence.
Comfortability working alongside technology teams and helping the business navigate change. i.e AI technologies and mindsets
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until May 10, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $88,650- $140,000 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
A comunidade Cognizant:
Somos uma equipe de alto calibre que aprecia e apoia uns aos outros. Nosso pessoal defende um local de trabalho enérgico, colaborativo e inclusivo, onde todos possam prosperar.
- A Cognizant é uma comunidade global com mais de 300,000 funcionários em todo o mundo.
- Não sonhamos apenas com um caminho melhor – nós fazemos acontecer.
- Cuidamos de nossas pessoas, clientes, empresa, comunidades e clima fazendo o que é certo.
- Promovemos um ambiente inovador onde você pode construir o plano de carreira certo para você.
Quem somos:
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram retornos concretos e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em www.cognizant.com ou @cognizant.
A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
Disclaimer:
As informações de compensação são precisas a partir da data desta publicação. A Cognizant se reserva o direito de modificar essas informações a qualquer momento, sujeito à lei aplicável.
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