Onboarding Events Manager

Aquent; London; On-site; GBP 74,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you as an Onboarding Events Manager with a global leader in the industry. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement engaging onboarding experiences that set new hires up for success. Your expertise in event planning and project management will be crucial as you collaborate with various teams to ensure a seamless integration into the company culture. This fully on-site contract position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a significant impact on the onboarding process, fostering a sense of belonging for every new team member. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of onboarding!

Qualifications

• Experience in Learning & Development, HR Operations, or Event Management.
• Proven project management skills and ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for onboarding programs and manage onboarding coordinators.
• Analyze program data and recommend improvements for onboarding processes.

Skills

Event Management

Project Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Project Management Professional (PMP/PMI) certification

Tools

Salesforce

Workday

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Join a dynamic team revolutionizing how the world connects and communicates! As an Onboarding Events Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the first impressions and experiences of new hires, setting them up for success and fostering a sense of belonging from day one. Your expertise in event planning and execution will be essential in creating engaging and informative onboarding programs that seamlessly integrate new talent into the company’s unique culture.

This is a 12 months, fully on-site contract, offering £74,000 per annum, pro rata (PAYE).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global organization as an Onboarding Events Manager. You will be responsible for leading and managing all day-to-day operations for onboarding orientation and other onboarding programs. You’ll collaborate closely with the People Development team, HR partners, and vendors to ensure a smooth and impactful onboarding experience for all new hires. Your ability to analyze program effectiveness and recommend improvements will be key to optimizing the onboarding process and contributing to the company’s overall success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily operations for onboarding orientation and other onboarding programs, whether in-office or remote.
• Oversee onboarding coordinators and their execution of onboarding programs.
• Partner with the People Development Onboarding team, HR, and vendors to implement operational strategies and annual plans.
• Manage and escalate risks and issues, collaborating with cross-functional partners to find solutions.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for onboarding programs globally, ensuring consistency across different regions.
• Analyze program data, present actionable insights, and recommend program improvements.
• Conduct cost/benefit analyses of potential operational enhancements.
• Provide support to other regions as needed, which may require flexible working hours.
• Manage incoming communications and inquiries from new hires and interns.
• Provide backup support and manage escalations for onboarding orientation.
• Project manage additional projects that support onboarding program growth.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Experience in Learning & Development, HR Operations, Event Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or Communications.
• Proven project management and process improvement experience.
• Experience leading a small team.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience working effectively in a matrixed, dynamic, and multinational environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Data analysis experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP/PMI) certification
• Experience with Salesforce, Workday, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

The shortlisted candidates will be contacted by EOD Thursday 17th April.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

Our Client is the largest social media company in the world. They have substantial B2B and B2C advertising and media platforms, as well as a nonprofit initiative. With the mission of bringing people together, they now boast over 2 billion users, and are rapidly developing as they influence the world around us.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.