People Operations & Talent Specialist

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3 Locations
Remote or Hybrid
65K-80K Annually
Other • Professional Services
The Role
LaunchSquad helps innovative brands tell their stories. Since 2000, we’ve partnered with leading technology and consumer lifestyle companies -- including Uber for Business, Waabi and On Running -- to create integrated programs that build awareness and drive growth. We’re a people first agency that thrives on collaboration and we’re looking for a People Operations & Talent Specialist to join our team. LaunchSquad has a flexible, hybrid environment and remote candidates are welcome to apply. 

The People Operations Specialist will partner with the larger Talent team to drive hiring results, build and guide development initiatives and champion our agency culture. They will be the first point of contact for candidates and a key resource to our team members throughout their LaunchSquad journey. The ideal candidate is an expert problem solver who knows how to take initiative and produce impactful results. 

Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end hiring process for entry-level to mid-management roles across PR and Content teams.
  • Manage the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) and consistently source diverse talent through LinkedIn and other recruiting platforms.
  • Ensure every candidate has a seamless, transparent and high-touch experience, regardless of the hiring outcome.
  • Regularly assess current learning and development framework and partner with senior leads to build and maintain ongoing initiatives that align curriculum with team objectives and technology advancements.
  • Own the logistics of welcoming new "Squad" members and ensuring a smooth transition for departing employees.
  • Assist with maintaining our HRIS (Human Resources Information System), manage employee records and assist with benefits administration.
  • Assist in planning agency-wide events and employee recognition programs.

Requirements

  • 2–4 years of experience in recruiting or people operations, preferably within a fast-paced agency or tech environment.
  • Experience building strong relationships and have a knack for identifying great talent with potential for growth. 
  • Take pride in the small things while understanding the larger goal. 
  • Natural problem-solver who sees a gap in a process as an opportunity to build something better.
  • Work well in a team environment but also thrive as an independent contributor delivering consistent, reliable results. 
  • Lead with a service oriented mindset and care deeply about the employee experience.

Benefits

  • Mentorship program focused on internal growth and development 
  • Fully covered health benefits including vision and dental 
  • 401K matching program
  • Generous paid family leave
  • Flexible vacation and rotational Fridays off 
  • Sabbatical leave 
  • Wellness stipend
  • Virtual first, work from anywhere 
  • People and community oriented with in-person team gatherings

At LaunchSquad, we care about our work, our clients and our community. We are a people-first company committed to making sure everyone has a great experience and an equal opportunity to grow and succeed. If you’re looking for a new opportunity, and you’re excited about our work and community, we’d love to hear from you.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
113 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

LaunchSquad is an award-winning public relations and creative communications agency with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston and Chicago. We love nothing more than to tell a good story. For the last two decades, we’ve been building powerhouse brands by doing just that. We’ve crafted thousands of tailored campaigns for companies that are shaking up industries from retail to municipal power to project management software, and everything in between. Our clients are creating products, services and experiences that are changing the world and how we live in it, and they rely on us to tell their stories in a way designed to maximize impact. It’s a job we don’t take lightly. Let's have better conversations about climate solutions together. Subscribe to The Cooler: thecooler.substack.com

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