At MetroStar, we don’t just fill roles, we ignite careers. We believe talent isn’t found, it’s unleashed. We’re on a mission to build the boldest, most unstoppable GovCon team. As a Sr. Director, Talent Strategy, you’ll architect the future of our workforce, shaping the people and culture that drive innovation. Just like the best sales teams thrive on relationships and market positioning, you’ll craft a recruitment engine that attracts top talent, builds strong talent pipelines, and drives MetroStar’s competitive edge. If you’re a leader that knows building the right teams is a competitive edge, a brand statement, and a movement; this is your stage. Step up. Transform the game. Let’s build something legendary together.
The Impact You’ll Make
- Build and scale a high-impact talent team using the same principles that drive world-class sales organizations: market intelligence, consultative engagement, and a proactive pipeline strategy.
- Partner with senior leaders to forecast workforce needs and develop proactive talent solutions that align with business goals.
- Drive talent intelligence efforts to inform decision-making, leveraging data and market insights.
- Architect and implement scalable talent attraction, retention, and engagement programs that set us apart in the industry.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing talent team, fostering a consultative, results-driven culture.
- Spearhead initiatives around succession planning, leadership development, and internal mobility.
- Ensure MetroStar’s talent brand reflects our mission, values, and commitment to being an elite employer.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- 10+ years of experience leading sales or account teams, with the ability to translate customer-focused sales strategies into recruiting and talent attraction approaches.
- Expertise in government contracting, tech, or consulting industries is strongly preferred.
- A deep understanding of how to leverage analytics, trends, and intelligence to fuel strategic initiatives and programming.
- A strategic mindset combined with hands-on execution. You can operate at both the 30,000-foot level and in the weeds.
- Experience building and leading high-performing teams with a coaching and mentorship mindset.
- Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills, which you maximize to influence and drive change.
- The ability to build talent pipelines and market positioning strategies using techniques leveraged in sales, business development, and client engagement.
- Ability to work out of our Reston, VA HQ 3-5 days per week.
Why MetroStar?
- We’re not your typical government contractor, we blend mission focus with cutting-edge technology and an innovation-driven mindset.
- We believe in trust, humility, imagination, no surprises, and kindness as the foundation of our culture.
- You’ll have the autonomy and support to build something meaningful, with leadership that values bold thinking.
Open Until Filled
If a projected salary range is posted for this position, it represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MetroStar's total compensation.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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MetroStar is a digital services and management consulting company specializing in emerging technologies within the public sector. MetroStar is a mission accelerator - we embrace disruptions in tech to propel progress. Through our user-centric capabilities, we create new paths to government innovation and shape thoughtful outcomes for the people.
