People Advisor

Posted:
12/23/2024, 10:30:15 PM

Location(s):
England, United Kingdom ⋅ London, England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. 

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.  Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. 

The Role

VML is looking for an experienced People Advisor to join our team. As an essential member of VML you will provide a full range of Human Resources support and play an active role in ensuring the people experience is seamless, from onboarding, operations, employee relations to offboarding.

This is a unique position for someone who has a passion for promoting and supporting an "employee experience" rather than simply doing the typical "HR stuff".

Reporting to the People Partner, the People Advisor will support the HR functions by:

  • Support all stages of the employee lifecycle; including but not limited to onboarding, payroll and benefit management.
  • Ensure our new starter & leaver admin and related processes run smoothly- identify ways to improve the employee experience and automate the processes where possible
  • Manage contractual paperwork, including offer letters, contract of employment and extensions
  • Manage annual leave queries and entitlements
  • Responsible for the People Systems (including our HRIS Workday) - inputting, maintaining data and making relevant changes
  • Work alongside the payroll team to support the monthly payroll process and answer payroll related enquires
  • Provide advice to line managers on day-to-day employee relations issues, escalating where appropriate
  • Help guide successful delivery of People programs and processes that support VML to achieve a "best places to work" culture and positive employee experience, including Wellbeing and Learning & Development programmes
  • Support the People Partner in developing and implementing strategies for employee retention, motivation, and engagement
  • Provide exceptional employee support by responding quickly and accurately to general employee questions and requests
  • Act as a trusted advisor to staff and leaders

You

  • First and foremost, you will be passionate about delivering an outstanding employee experience.
  • You will have experience working at a similar level within the UK market.
  • You are discreet and able to deal with highly sensitive & confidential information professionally and in line with data protection laws
  • You will have a proven track record within HR disciplines such as employee relations, learning and development, performance management, payroll and benefits.
  • You have strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail
  • You will have the ability to foster strong, credible relationships with employees and leaders at all levels.
  • You will have exceptional communication skills.
  • You are respectful in all you do, act with integrity and honesty and treat others fairly
  • You embrace and adapt to change with a positive attitude
  • You strive to find solutions with a pro active attitude
  • You will work collaboratively with the wider People team and Agency leaders
  • Part CIPD/CIPD qualified or experience in an Agency environment is desirable.

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.

Wunderman Thompson

Website: https://www.wundermanthompson.com/

Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 2018

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Advertising ⋅ B2B ⋅ Consulting ⋅ CRM ⋅ Marketing