Project Coordinator - Temporary Worker

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Merkle, a dentsu company, offers an entry-level, six-month program with a path to a permanent role. You will own project administration for a set of accounts, work with Finance and Resource Management to set up projects, and ensure data accuracy as contracts and engagements evolve.

You report to the Program Director and gain practical industry experience in a Delivery Management team. This temporary role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and strong communication as you develop professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or related discipline.
• Entry-level, 0-3 years in a digital environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal skills and time management.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office suite and collaboration tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Own project administration for a set of accounts.
• Collaborate with Finance and Resource Management to complete project setup in internal systems.
• Keep project data up to date based on contracts and changes.
• Conduct reporting on project health and progress.
• Complete project closure activities and support leadership as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Merkle, a dentsu company, powers the experience economy. For more than 35 years, the company has put people at the heart of its approach to digital business transformation. As the only integrated experience consultancy in the world with a heritage in data science and business performance, Merkle delivers holistic, end-to-end experiences that drive growth, engagement, and loyalty. Merkle's expertise has earned recognition as a "Leader" by top industry analyst firms, in categories such as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management. With more than 16,000 employees, Merkle operates in 30+ countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. This role is open to hybrid and remote employees. This role is part of a six-month, entry level, full time, immersive employment opportunity where you will gain practical industry experience. A full-time, permanent position at the end of the program is based on performance and position availability. You will report to the Program Director and be part of the Delivery Management team.

Job Description:

• You will own project administration for a set of accounts
• In partnership with Finance and Resource Management, you will complete the project set up process in Merkle's internal systems
• You will ensure project data is kept up to date based on project contracts and changes in the engagement over the life of the project
• Conduct reporting on project health
• Complete project closure activities
• Any other reasonable or necessary activity required by leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Entry level, 0-3 years working in a digital environment
• You are a recent graduate or career changer looking to enter a new industry. No prior professional experience is required to apply. This role is intended to provide an entry-point for you into the industry, and we will develop your skills and experience along the way.
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft products i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Enjoys working independently

The hourly pay range for this position is $37.00. The hourly pay rate for the successful candidate is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law.

• Temporary employees are eligible for paid holidays in accordance with dentsu policy, as well as safe and sick time.
• This position is not eligible for any other benefits or other compensation.

Location: USA - Remote - Maryland

Brand: Merkle

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Temporary

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