WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.
WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
Why We're Hiring:
Join our vibrant HR team for a 12-month maternity cover! We're looking for a People Coordinator to advocate a positive employee experience and support our team through key HR processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR skills in a supportive and fast-paced environment.
What you'll be doing:
As our People Coordinator, you'll be the go-to person for employee lifecycle support, ensuring smooth transitions and providing fundamental HR assistance. Your key responsibilities include:
- Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage onboarding and offboarding experiences.
- HR System Management: Maintain accurate employee data in Workday, ensuring timely processing.
- Employee Support: Respond to employee queries and escalate as needed.
- Collaboration: Partner with teams to deliver exceptional onboarding experiences.
- HR Guidance: Provide first-line HR support, explaining policies and procedures.
- Documentation: Prepare employee letters and documentation.
- Benefits & Payroll: Support benefits administration and payroll preparation.
- Project Support: Contribute to HR projects and process improvements.
What you'll need:
- Experience: People Coordinator experience is highly desired. Workday experience is a plus.
- Knowledge: Understanding of UK employment law is beneficial.
- Skills: Strong administrative, organizational, and MS Office skills. Discreet and able to handle confidential information.
Who you are:
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are accepting: of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP 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.
Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/people/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.
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