Coordinator, Talent

Digitas is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences that earn the right for brands to exist in human networks. Today, and tomorrow. We deliver Networked Experiences by leveraging comprehensive data, technology, creative, media and strategy capabilities. Digitas delivers ambitious outcomes via unique solutions that include Creative Experiences, Integrated Media, Addressable Relationships, Social Marketing and Total Commerce. Celebrated by Ad Age as Data and Insights Agency of the Year, U.S Campaign’s Brand Experience Agency of the Year, Media Network of the Year and celebrated by Forrester and Gartner, Digitas serves the world’s leading brands through a global network comprised of more than 5,500 employees across over 65 offices in 43 countries.

We’re looking for a Coordinator, Talent to join our Chicago team. This person will support the Talent team in a variety of ways and ensure a seamless candidate and employee experience for all. This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons within the field of Talent/HR and gain valuable experience at one of the industry’s top digital agencies.

As a Coordinator, Talent you will:

• Assist with onboarding efforts including, but not limited to, new hire paperwork, processing candidate background checks, verification of I-9s, digital file preparation, orientation preparation, and ensuring all benefits enrollment is completed - while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Greet candidates and new hires on their first day and provide office tours and information
• Support our Talent Operations team with special initiatives and projects including our campus recruiting efforts
• Help plan and execute in office events, external partner and candidate visits, and be the external face of the Talent team
• General office management, being a point of escalation for low level needs around the office and helping to maintain a professional looking and feeling space
• Take an active role in contributing to process improvements, communicating professionally and with integrity at all times
• Partner with HR team to understand and implement HR initiatives regionally
• Create process updates; offer suggestions, ideas and key learning’s to further enhance collaborative team environment
• Create or contribute to timelines, schedules and accurate budgets
• Be an advocate of diversity and inclusion and work to incorporate values into overall programs and projects assigned

• College level education or equivalent experience in the Human Resources/Talent/Recruiting field
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to take initiative and ownership, but manage up when needed
• Resourceful and organized with exceptional follow-through and attention to detail
• Adaptability; able to shift priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a collaborative environment and partner with diverse teams across multiple locations
• Can prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality whenever appropriate

Got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.

Digitas is an equal opportunity employer.