Human Resources Associate (SAE)

Burson’s People Team is seeking a Human Resources Senior Associate to enhance the overall employee experience across the company. This role partners closely with People Team Business Partners, senior leaders, and employees to drive impactful people initiatives spanning onboarding, internship programming, employee engagement, training program coordination, and day‑to‑day operations. What You’ll Do Serve as one of the lead onboarding partners across the U.S., providing comprehensive support for all new hire onboarding processes, including Workday entries, onboarding template management, scheduling coordination, and ensuring a seamless best‑in‑class employee experience from offer acceptance through first day. Co‑lead the Harold Burson Summer Internship Program, supporting the full lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding preparation through program coordination and intern experience management throughout the summer. In partnership with the U.S. L&D team, manage systems, including employee set‑up, data accuracy, reporting support, and ongoing process maintenance. Track, coordinate, and administer employee personnel milestone programs and ad‑hoc recognition efforts, including gift card distribution and related communications. Maintain and update internal email distribution lists to ensure organizational accuracy and effective communication across teams and functions. Support the global Burson strategy through people business partnership, driving performance and business outcomes through People Initiatives. Oversee management of logistics related to onboarding and off‑boarding materials. Execute additional projects as identified and assigned. Experience That Contributes to Success 4‑6 years of professional experience in HR or related fields, ideally in an agency or professional service environment. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Ability to partner with remote teams in various locations. A collaborative mindset. Adaptability to frequently changing schedules and priorities, and experience operating in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where change is constant. Ability to work independently, multi‑task, and prioritize workload with strong follow‑through. EEO Statement Burson is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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. Compensation and Benefits Individual compensation varies based on job‑related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; visit The base salary for this position may range between $40,000—$85,000 USD. #J-18808-Ljbffr Burson