Senior Talent Operations Specialist

About the role

As a Senior Talent Operations Specialist at Playlist, you will ensure a smooth, human‑focused hiring experience by building and refining the systems and processes that power our talent acquisition function. You will bring structure to complex workflows, anticipate scaling needs, and partner with cross‑functional teams to continuously improve our recruiting programs.

Key responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day administration and continuous improvement of our ATS (Greenhouse or Ashby) to keep workflows clear, consistent, and easy to use.
• Lead talent operations projects from kickoff through launch, aligning stakeholders, timelines, and success metrics.
• Design and refine processes that improve recruiter and hiring team efficiency while supporting a strong candidate experience.
• Partner with People Operations and Talent Acquisition teams to translate needs into practical solutions.
• Use data and feedback to identify bottlenecks, measure impact, and iterate quickly.
• Support connected HR systems work, including Dayforce, with an eye toward scalable and sustainable process design.
• Apply project‑management tools and methodologies to keep programs on track, well‑documented, and aligned with company goals.
• Explore thoughtful ways to use generative AI to streamline workflows and improve outcomes.

Required profile

• 4+ years administering Greenhouse or Ashby ATS.
• 4+ years managing projects, programs, and operational initiatives, preferably within HR, People Operations, or Talent Acquisition.
• 2+ years leading programs with clear success metrics and measurable results.
• Proven ability to take projects from inception to completion while juggling competing priorities.
• Demonstrated skill in building trusted relationships with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong desire to innovate processes and adopt efficiency‑driving tools.
• Comfort using data and feedback to refine processes and deliver practical solutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly across audiences and stay focused under pressure.

Required skills

• Greenhouse ATS
• Ashby ATS
• Dayforce HR system
• Goodtime interview scheduling
• Generative AI tools