Program Manager, M&A Recruiting | People

Openai·San Francisco·Remote·Posted 10 November 2026

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About the Team The Strategic Initiatives team sits within OpenAI’s Recruiting org and focuses on some of the most dynamic, people-driven areas of the company. We lead efforts across Executive Recruiting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Talent Intelligence, High Impact Talent, and Special Projects. About the Role As a Mergers & Acquisitions Program Manager within Recruiting, you’ll be a key partner in leading the people-side workstream on M&A deals, from diligence through employee onboarding. This role demands sound judgment, speed, and discretion. You’ll operate at the center of some of OpenAI’s most impactful decisions - shaping the future of the company by bringing in extraordinary, mission-aligned talent. We’re looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, moves seamlessly between strategic thinking and execution, and is energized by complexity, challenge, and pace. This role is based in San Francisco and requires flexibility to come into the office on short notice. Deal timelines can shift quickly, and the team coordinates coverage and checks in regularly on workload. In this role, you will: - Co-design, lead, and scale the M&A People XFN workstream program, driving end-to-end…

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