Manager, Recruiting Programs and Internships

About the role

You'll join Bain's Global Recruiting Programs and Internships team, which brings in top talent from undergraduate programs and recruiting events while delivering an exceptional candidate experience. As the Manager, Recruiting Programs & Internships, you'll own a portfolio of key recruiting programs that help attract and develop exceptional early talent. You'll lead the strategy and execution of assigned internship and early-identification programs, partner closely with stakeholders across the firm, and continuously improve how we deliver world-class recruiting experiences. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and offers the opportunity to mentor teammates while influencing the future of Bain's recruiting programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end strategy, planning, and execution for a portfolio of internship and early-identification recruiting programs.
• Translate high-level objectives into actionable project plans while proactively identifying and managing risks, dependencies, and changing business priorities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and office partners, building trusted relationships and driving alignment across teams.
• Lead stakeholder meetings, develop recommendations, and communicate program updates through clear, audience-focused presentations and written communications.
• Analyze program performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and candidate experience.
• Leverage AI and other technologies to automate workflows, improve productivity, and enhance program delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement by incorporating best practices and introducing innovative approaches to recruiting programs.
• Coach and support junior team members, providing guidance, feedback, and development opportunities while fostering an inclusive and collaborative team culture.
• Contribute to broader recruiting initiatives and firm activities as business needs require.

Requirements

• 5+ years of campus recruiting experience.
• Previous experience managing direct reports strongly preferred.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, project management, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of sourcing technology, talent strategy, and market trends.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders across multiple levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience developing presentations and executive-ready materials.
• Ability to manage highly confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to represent Bain externally with candidates and university partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and travel as business needs require.
• Passion for recruiting marketing, program design, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Bain pays 100% of individual employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision programs.
• Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Fully vested 401(k) company contribution (4.5% starting, increasing after 3 years).
• Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Annual fitness reimbursements.

Pay

The estimated annualized compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, and other elements of discretionary compensation. Placement within this range will vary based on experience, education, licensure/certifications, training, and skill level.

• Boston: $114,500 - $137,500
• Dallas: $104,500 - $125,500
• Chicago: $109,500 - $131,500
• Atlanta: $99,500 - $119,500
• New York: $124,500 - $149,500

Schedule

This role follows a hybrid model. In-office presence is required 1 day per week, ideally 2.