Recruiting Coordinator

WPP Media•Chicago, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you will be part of the Emerging Talent team focused on early career (junior level) talent interested in our summer internship and entry-level Associate roles by delivering extraordinary candidate experiences. Additionally, you’ll be able to work in a process-oriented environment, take initiative, and demonstrate a hands-on and highly organized approach with attention to detail. Our goal is to further the maturity of our Talent Acquisition practice and continuously position ourselves as a strategic pillar of WPP Media by responding to our ever-changing business needs. The TA Operations team supports areas such as Reporting & Analytics, Tech & Tools, and Talent Attraction & Engagement.

Requirements

Must have a strong capability in customer service skills and communication to build trust and respect among teammates, colleagues, and candidates
Exceptional organization skills and situational awareness
Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and quickly prioritize/pivot when necessary
Interest in social media and marketing to build creative social campaigns to attract early talent
Comfort and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS TEAMS is a plus

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Greenhouse or another Applicant Tracking System, Handshake, and/or interest in technology (ATS, data & analytics) is a plus
Previous experience working with an emerging talent recruitment team is a plus
Previous experience with event planning/management is a plus
Ability to travel locally or domestically as needed to assist with recruitment-related events is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide administrative assistance to the Emerging Talent recruitment team, coordinate candidate interviews, partner with recruiters and hiring managers to support an efficient hiring process and manage job postings
Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive candidate experience
Arrange and confirm interview schedules, coordinating with hiring managers, and handling any last-minute changes and/or reschedules
Assist new hires with the onboarding process, ensuring they have all necessary information and resources to start their roles smoothly
Ensure that all hiring procedures comply with WPP Media policies and legal requirements
Monitor and maintain various communication channels with prospective candidates and internal colleagues seeking information regarding early talent events and career opportunities
Partner with WPP Media Marketing teams to create and promote campaigns and early talent programs across social channels
Assist with TA-related projects and initiatives as needed, such as attendance at recruiting-related events and promoting a positive company culture
Ensure event registration, recruitment assets/swag, room bookings, catering, and other-related event tasks to ensure all aspects of the event are executed as planned
Assist in projects and assignments as needed