Company Description

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.

Job Description

We’re searching for a Senior Associate of Human Resources who loves to succeed in an environment fueled by creativity, innovation and continuous evolution. They would be the “go to” person in supporting our culture, employees, and capabilities within the Birmingham office. This Senior Associate will be focused on continuous improvement of their craft. They should always think about ways to make our work better and support our employees in their pursuit of the best work in the industry.

Core responsibilities include:

Lead HR-driven programs that will result in positive change for our culture and individual employee opportunity/growthPartner with national HR team to execute ad hoc projects to promote a high performance cultureOwns the on-boarding of new hires, which includes but not limited to orientation presentation, updates and improvements to the on-boarding program.Oversees day-to-day administration and routine maintenance of assigned HR programs/HRIS systems, such as leave of absence, HRIS updates, performance management system changes, T&E and Ad Hoc reportsMaintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees and ensuring regulatory compliance. Actively comply with our internal HR policy guidelines.Respond to all employee questions and concerns in a timely and thorough mannerPartner with managers to ensure we are engaging and retaining top talentPartner with centralized benefits and payroll to communicate programs and policy changesHelp educate and encourage managers to support the value of our diversity and inclusion initiativesEffectively manage miscellaneous HR administrative processes

QualificationsFour year degree (Major in human resources desirable)2-3 years human resources experienceAbility to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHigh degree of focus on corporate business/culture needs, customer satisfaction and quality orientationAbility to collaborate across capablitliies as well as within the People Team functionExcellent interpersonal/networking/relationship-building skillsExcellent negotiation and problem solving skillsTeam orientedStrong understanding of HR, legal and labor issuesSolid understanding of performance management and compensation principlesExcellent oral and written communication skills, detail orientedProficiency in MS Office

People/Team/Corporate Citizenship:

Participates as a collaborative team player within the HR teamReaches out openly to share and leverage learningMaintains enthusiastic attitude that communicates energy and engagementRepresents Digitas appropriately with clients, community, personal networkAdheres to Digitas policies including all documentation related to HR processesModels Digitas valuesShows willingness to collaborate with othersDemonstrates commitment to doing what it takes to ensure the team’s successUnderstands role within the Digitas communityInvolves others appropriatelyActively participates in the Digitas communityCommits to personal learning and growthDemonstrates agility by working effectively in a variety of environments, including small and large teamsDemonstrates hunger for new knowledgeServes as a positive example of Digitas culture 

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

Additional Information

Digitas is an equal opportunity employer.