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Recruiting Coordinator

Posted 3 Days Ago
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
35K-75K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
35K-75K Annually
Entry level
As a Recruiting Coordinator, you will support the Emerging Talent team by managing the hiring process, ensuring a positive candidate experience, coordinating interviews, assisting with onboarding, and promoting early talent programs.
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About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. 

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

  • Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
  • Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
  • Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary and Impact:

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. 

Skills and Experience:

  • Administrative Support: 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 
  • Candidate Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive candidate experience 
  • Interview Coordination: Arrange and confirm interview schedules, coordinating with hiring managers, and handling any last-minute changes and/or reschedules 
  • Onboarding: Assist new hires with the onboarding process, ensuring they have all necessary information and resources to start their roles smoothly 
  • Compliance: Ensure that all hiring procedures comply with WPP Media policies and legal requirements 
  • Communication Channels:  Monitor and maintain various communication channels with prospective candidates and internal colleagues seeking information regarding early talent events and career opportunities 
  • Campaign Management: Partner with WPP Media Marketing teams to create and promote campaigns and early talent programs across social channels 
  • Project Management: Assist with TA-related projects and initiatives as needed, such as attendance at recruiting-related events and promoting a positive company culture 
  • Event Management: 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 
  • Ad hoc Opportunities: Assist in projects and assignments as needed
  • 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 
  • 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 

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.  

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome for more details.

US Pay Range
$35,000$75,000 USD

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