La2028

Senior Workforce Planning Manager

Los Angeles, California, United States Full Time

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.


LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. 

Senior Workforce Planning Manager:

Reporting to the Head of Workforce Planning, and part of the wider Games Prep and Delivery Team in People Management (PEM), you’ll shape how we plan, build, and grow our workforce to meet future business needs. The Senior Workforce Planning Manager is required to partner across Pem-Ops (HR), Finance, and the wider business, using data and insights to ensure we have the right people, skills, and structure to deliver to scope across paid, volunteer, and contractor workforce types. 

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis & Forecasting 

  • Analyze workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. 
  • Partner with leadership to assess talent requirements, gaps and surpluses to align to organizational scope deliverables. 
  • Conduct supply and demand forecasting for talent across workforce types and for multiple Functional Areas (FAs) 
  • Model and analyze Workforce Planning data to anticipate needs, inform decision-making, and respond to organizational changes. 

Scenario Planning 

  • Build and model workforce scenarios to support business planning in line with scope and requirements (e.g., growth, restructuring, venuization and move to Games Time). 
  • Partner with FA’s to develop contingency plans to address workforce (and headcount budget) risks. 

Stakeholder Collaboration 

  • Collaborate with HRBPs, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to gather inputs and align planning efforts to one shared goal. 
  • Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders, in a timely manner. 

Technology & Tools Management 

  • Leverage workforce planning tools, dashboards, and systems (e.g., Adaptive, Workday, Tableau, Chart Hop, excel). 
  • Ensure accuracy and usability of workforce data at all times across systems and teams. 

Reporting & Insights 

  • Produce regular and ad hoc reports on workforce metrics, trends, and scenarios as required by senior leadership to inform project planning and decision making. 
  • Translate complex data into actionable business insights. 

Change & Program Management 

  • Drive change management and data integrity initiatives related to workforce optimization. 
  • Lead or support cross-functional strategic workforce planning initiatives and projects. 

Background & Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, or strategic talent management.
  • Proficiency in workforce planning and analytics tools (e.g., Adaptive, Workday, Tableau, Chart Hop, excel).
  • Experience managing or supporting large-scale organizational or workforce transformation initiatives in a multi-sport environment is a plus. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Primarily an office-based role, although as we progress to Games Time duties and responsibilities of this team are likely to change to be more Operationally focused.
  • Requires extended periods of computer use and sitting. 
  • Travel may be required for cross-site collaboration or strategic meetings, as well as at Games Time for delivery of operations. 
  • Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. 

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance related field or equivalent work experience (Master’s preferred). 

Expectations:

  • Proven ability to use data and analytics to forecast workforce needs and drive strategic decisions.
  • Strong business acumen with experience partnering across HR, Finance, and business functions.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to translate complex insights into clear recommendations. 

Submission Requirements:

  • Resume

 

The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000-$140,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.


LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis ofreligion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experiencea candidate can add to our team.