Manager, Employee Experience & Early Talent

Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.

Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcare’s greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.

Overview: The Manager, Employee Experience & Early Talent plays a key role in shaping the employee journey at Inovalon—from a new hire’s first day through ongoing engagement and culture-building experiences. This role is responsible for designing and leading programs that strengthen onboarding, build community, and foster a connected, high-performing culture across the organization.

The role oversees key employee experience initiatives including new hire orientation, internship and early career programs, employee engagement initiatives, ERG strategy, and company-wide culture programs. Working closely with People Business Partners, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams, this role ensures that programs are thoughtfully designed, well-executed, and aligned with organizational priorities.

This position requires someone who is both strategic and highly operational, capable of building scalable programs while also executing high-quality experiences that strengthen engagement and connection across a distributed workforce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and evolution of Inovalon’s new hire orientation and onboarding strategy, ensuring new employees feel welcomed, connected, and equipped for success.

• Manage and continuously improve the internship and early career programs, helping build a strong pipeline of emerging talent for the organization.

• Partner with People Business Partners and leaders to support early talent pipeline development, including partnerships, program design, and talent engagement initiatives.

• Lead the strategy and execution of employee engagement initiatives and company-wide events, creating meaningful experiences that strengthen connection, recognition, and culture.

• Provide strategic oversight for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), supporting ERG leaders and ensuring programs align with the organization’s culture and inclusion priorities.

• Design and implement culture-building initiatives that strengthen community and connection across a distributed workforce.

• Manage and develop a direct report, providing coaching, guidance, and development support to ensure strong program execution and team effectiveness.

• Partner across the People team to ensure employee experience initiatives align with talent management, leadership development, and organizational priorities.

• Lead the planning and execution of key employee experience programs and events, ensuring proactive communication, thoughtful design, and effective delivery.

• Identify opportunities to improve the employee experience through data, feedback, and engagement insights, continuously refining programs to increase impact.

• Stay informed on employee engagement, early talent, and culture trends, bringing innovative ideas and best practices to the organization.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in employee experience, culture programs, talent development, HR programs, or related roles.

• Experience designing and managing employee engagement, onboarding, or early career programs.

• Strong ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated experience partnering with leaders and People Business Partners to design impactful employee programs.

• Experience supporting or leading Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) or inclusion initiatives preferred.

• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience planning and executing large-scale employee programs or events.

• Ability to translate employee feedback and engagement insights into practical program improvements.

• Highly collaborative with the ability to work effectively across teams and levels of the organization.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field preferred, or comparable professional experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Sedentary work (i.e., sitting for long periods);

• Frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and repetitive motions;

• Subject to inside environmental conditions; and

• Travel for this position will include up to 10%.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, or E-3). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States as a condition of employment. (This is only applicable for US-based positions)

If you don’t meet every qualification listed but are excited about our mission and the work described, we encourage you to apply. Inovalon is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and you may be just the right person for this or other roles.

By embracing inclusion, we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to provide equal opportunities to the communities where we operate and to our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.

Inovalon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirement.

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