Human Resources Associate (SAE)

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More about the role:

Bursons People Team is seeking a Human Resources Senior Associate toplay a key role inenhancingthe overall employee experienceacross thecompany. This individual will partner closely withour People TeamBusiness Partners senior leaders and employees to help drive impactful people initiatives spanningonboarding internshipprogrammingemployeeengagement trainingprogram coordination and day-to-dayoperations.This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team of passionatepeopleprofessionals at a highly respected global communications firm.

What youll do:

• Serve as one of the lead onboarding partners across the U.S providingcomprehensive support for all new hire onboarding processes including Workday entries onboarding template management scheduling coordination and ensuring a seamlessbest in classemployee experience from offer acceptance throughfirst day.

• Co-lead the Harold Burson Summer Internship Program supporting the full lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding preparation through program coordination and intern experience managementthroughoutthe summer.

• In partnership &D teammanagesystems including employee set-up data accuracy reporting support and ongoing process maintenance.

• Track coordinate and administer employee personnelmilestone programs and ad-hoc recognition efforts including gift card distribution and related communications.

• Maintain and update internal email distribution lists to ensure organizational accuracy and effective communication across teams and functions.

• Help to support the global Burson strategy through people business partnership driving performance and business outcomes through People Initiatives

• Oversee management oflogisticsrelated to onboardingand offboardingmaterials

• Additionalprojects asidentifiedand assigned

Experience that contributes to success:

• 4-6years ofprofessionalexperience in HR or related fields ideally in an agency or professional service environment

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Ability to partner with remote teams in various locations

• A collaborative mindset

• Ability to adapt tofrequentlychanging schedules and priorities and experience in operating in a dynamic fast-paced environment where change is constant

• Ability to work independently multi-task and prioritize workload with strong follow-through

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Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.