Apply: WGSN - HR Operations Consultant - New York

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Job Description: HR Operations Consultant
Function: Human Resources
Business: WGSN
Location: New York Office – Times Square
Reporting to: Payroll Manager
 
Summary
The HR consultant role supports the North American HR function by providing administrative support for all Payroll, Benefits, and contractual changes across all Ascential brands.
The role is the immediate contact for all staff on administration queries and will also act as a line manager's first point of call in employee-related matters.

Work environment
 
  •         The role is part of the NAM HR team, which is part of the wider WGSN Global HR team and as such may be expected to become involved in global projects/initiatives.
  •         The Consultant will manage the above queries for all within the NAM WGSN, Money 2020, Cannes Lion and RNG brands.
  •         The NAM is a mature market for WGSN, with other brands emerging within the region, thus the Consultant must be adapt in providing varying levels of support within the brands.

 
 
Key Purpose and Accountabilities  
 
  •         Responsible for the creation of manual and electronic files for new starters and secondments within the business (Offer letters, Employee files, HR system).
  •         Initial point of contact for Employee Relations queries (e.g. employment verification, employee status changes, etc.). Escalating to the local HR Manager/Payroll Manager as needed.
  •         Assists with processing of terminations.
  •         Prepare on-boarding and on-board all new starters to both WGSN and Ascential products.
  •         Supports the Senior HR Manager and Payroll Manager with the preparation of the performance review process.
  •         Devises Freelancer agreements globally as necessary.
  •         Supports the Payroll Manager with the facilitation of the bi-monthly payroll.
  •         Supports the Payroll manager with the administration of all benefits. 

 
 
COMMUNICATION
With whom does the job holder interact both internally & externally?
 
NAM HR Team
Global HR team
NAM Finance Team
People and Systems team (UK based) 
 
Skills Knowledge & Experience QUALIFICATIONS
  
-        Strong experience as an HR administrator/Assistant.
-        Experience with Microsoft office (word, excel and PowerPoint).
-        Good verbal and written communication skills
-        Must able to work autonomously and be part of a team
 
     
 
 
Company Background:

Do We Inspire You?
As a business-to-business media company connecting leading professionals globally through insightful market-leading Exhibitions, vibrant Festivals, and precise Informational Services, we inspire people to join us from around the globe with our strong ethics, integrity and clear focus for the future.

Can You Inspire Us?
As an ever expanding global business, we thrive upon fresh talent, new ideas, and unique approaches to make our businesses and people flourish. With exciting opportunities in sales, marketing, recruitment, to name a few, we want you to try things differently, show us your creativity, and inspire us by being you.

So WhyNot Join Us and Discover What You Can Do?
With a choice of vibrant and prestigious brands, it is simple to begin a career to flourish.

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