Saatchi & Saatchi X partners with our clients to create dynamic solutions rooted in shopper know-how. We are a different kind of creator. We elevate the expected, and embrace the new, the next, and the complex. Our ideas deliver real results for our clients to drive their business and help them evolve. It’s simply what happens when strategy, creative, and execution fearlessly collaborate to create the future.  

We partner with our clients to provide marketing programs focused on driving results. Our approach isn’t actual rocket science, but there’s a reason no other agency can execute ideas like we do. 

Talent is at the heart of everything we do.  

We’ve put together a team of talented and passionate individuals from around the globe. 

Check out our work at saatchix.com. 

SUMMARY

We are looking for a Talent Associate who is a problem solver, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and has excellent communication. This person will partner with our talent team on talent initiatives, spanning across all aspects of HR. They will coordinate and interface with Saatchi & Saatchi X employees, Shared Services (payroll, benefits, etc.) and US Marketing Services functions to effectively perform duties. This is an excellent opportunity to be immersed in all aspects of human resources, exposed to specialty areas of HR as well as interact and support all the people of the organization.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as an effective resource for company policy, utilizing good judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism to respond to payroll, benefits, and other employee issues.
• Engages with inquiring employees and directs to them appropriate Talent team member/department as needed.
• Manages relationship and coordination between USMS Data Team for any employee transactions (payroll, on- and offboarding, changes, etc.)
• Coordinates employee onboarding and offboarding (requires partnership with USMS data Team, TA, and assigned Talent Partner). Responsible for System Management and Auditing: Systems include Smart Recruiter, Career Settings, IMAC, Employee Files (in partnership with USMS Data Team, IT, Facilities).

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Has a strong ability to thoughtfully address associate requests and concerns using problem-solving skills and an understanding of company resources.
• Has an innate sense when to escalate matters to Talent Team Leadership.
• Has good interpersonal and relationship-building skills, learning to be influential and persuasive.
• Has basic knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Has basic understanding of core Talent competencies. 
• Able to organize and prioritize work; strong attention to detail.
• Actively participates in group meetings. 
• Able to work with confidential materials and employee information and always maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates interest in participating in the business outside of day-to-day responsibilities and acting as a steward of culture.
• Shows curiosity for own personal and process development. 
• Is comfortable presenting.

EDUCATION REQUIRED/PREFERRED

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Marketing, Advertising, Management or a related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERED

1-3 years’ work experience preferred. Experience with marketing or advertising agency a plus.  Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint expected.  BA degree in HR management, marketing, advertising, or related field.

The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include: 

• Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more 

• Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility 

• Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption 

• Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance 

• Tuition Assistance 

• Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more 

• Matching Gifts programs 

• Flexible working arrangements 

• ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility) 

• Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances 

The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents. 
 

Saatchi & Saatchi X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. 
 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range: $46,500- $55,000. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.