Senior Talent Acquisition Partner - Early Careers

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid (three times per week, at minimum).

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to lead our Early Career Programs across Brazil. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our workforce by building strong partnerships with academic institutions, managing recruitment events, and overseeing the full lifecycle of intern, trainee and new graduate hiring. You will be the face of our brand on campus and the architect of a best-in-class early talent experience.

This position sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and relationship management. You’ll collaborate with business leaders, HR partners, and university stakeholders to design and execute programs that attract, develop, and retain top early-career talent. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love building relationships, and have a passion for developing future leaders, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Program Strategy & Execution

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Brazil’s early career programs (internship, trainee).

Align program goals with business needs and talent strategy.

Partner with the Global Early Career Talent team and the Talent Marketing team.

Develop and execute annual campus recruiting plans, including timelines, budgets, and success metrics.

University Partnerships & Events

Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, colleges, and student organizations across Brazil.

Represent the company at career fairs, info sessions, hackathons, and networking events.

Partner with academic institutions to co-create programming, sponsorships, and research collaborations.

Recruitment & Candidate Experience

Manage full-cycle recruitment for early talent roles: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.

Ensure a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for interns, trainee and new grads.

Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all recruiting efforts.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner with hiring managers to understand talent needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.

Train and support intern managers to deliver meaningful project experiences and mentorship.

Collaborate with global early-career teams to share best practices and drive consistency.

Data & Insights

Use data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and inform decision-making.

Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on program outcomes.

Branding & Engagement

Drive brand awareness through innovative campus campaigns and digital outreach.

Organize signature events that connect students with our mission, culture, and leaders.

Create compelling content for social media, job boards, and university platforms.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in university recruiting, talent acquisition, or program management.

Proven success managing large-scale recruitment programs and events.

Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools.

Ability to travel across Brazil for campus events (approx. 20–30%).

Advanced English

Preferred Skills

Strong experience in managing and delivering experienced hiring.

Spanish is a strong asset.

Familiarity with the Brazilian post-secondary education landscape.

Experience in tech, automotive, or engineering industries.



GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. An