People Coordinator

 At AKQA we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients. 

The People Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the EMEA People Team, ensuring smooth and efficient people processes across a number of our EMEA studios. This role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with a passion for people and a strong service-oriented mindset. The People Coordinator will work closely with People managers across the region, contributing to a positive and productive work environment. 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Oversee HR administrative duties for the designated studios, working closely with the EMEA People Team to support the generation of paperwork including contracts and offer letters
• Handle ad-hoc tasks and projects as required. This may include data analysis, preparing presentations, and coordinating team meetings.
• Work closely with the EMEA People Team to provide administrative support and coordination for employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with local legislation and company policies.
• Support the bi-annual performance management and pay review process, collaborating with People Managers to ensure timely completion and accurate data entry. This includes scheduling meetings, preparing paperwork, and tracking progress.
• Contribute to the development and dissemination of best practices within the People Team and the wider organisation. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and share knowledge effectively.
• Support the onboarding process for new starters as required, including preparing contracts, collating onboarding materials, scheduling introductory meetings with key stakeholders (Head of Departments, Managing Director, etc.), and ensuring a smooth transition into the company.

QUALITY AND CHARACTERISTICS

• A genuine interest in supporting and developing employees.
• Business level English, both written and spoken. Other European languages are a plus.
• IT Skills: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), with the ability to learn and utilise HR systems. Experience with Project Management software is a plus.
• Accuracy and precision are crucial for this role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.
• A team player who values collaboration and works effectively with others.
• Ability to analyse information, identify trends, and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Confident in building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
• Focused on achieving results and delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

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AKQA is an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe that diversity is vital to AKQA’s ability to provide our clients with the best recommendations and are committed to fostering a varied and inclusive work environment. Your race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.