Aquent
Contingent Workforce Specialist - M&A [AQ-12204]
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Job Opportunity at a Leading Global Technology Company
Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized technology leader, celebrated for its groundbreaking innovations and commitment to empowering creativity and productivity worldwide. This company is at the forefront of its industry, constantly pushing boundaries and delivering exceptional value to millions of users. They are seeking a talented individual to join their team and play a pivotal role in a critical business transformation.
Are you ready to be at the heart of significant organizational change, ensuring a seamless transition for a vital part of the workforce? We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to provide hands-on operational support for an upcoming merger and acquisition (M&A) event. In this role, you will be instrumental in assessing, organizing, and managing all contingent workforce-related activities, directly contributing to a smooth integration with minimal disruption to business operations. Your expertise will ensure continuity, compliance, and an exceptional experience for the contingent talent joining our client’s innovative ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
M&A Workforce Assessment, Data Management, and Operational Tasks
- Gather and validate comprehensive data for contingent workers transitioning from the acquired entity.
- Maintain meticulously accurate data trackers, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Actively support due diligence activities, efficiently responding to data requests as needed.
- Coordinate closely with the Contingent Lead and external suppliers to confirm worker status and classification.
- Assist in the seamless migration of contingent workers into internal HRIS or VMS tracking systems.
- Execute essential administrative tasks, including updating worker records, monitoring compliance documentation, and tracking renewal dates.
- Provide high-touch, customized support to address sensitive or critical workforce issues with empathy and efficiency.
- Collaborate with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to ensure compliant setup for all transitioning workers.
- Coordinate contingent worker orientations to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience.
- Prepare and disseminate weekly status reports and issue logs, keeping stakeholders informed.
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Compliance and Risk Management
- Support the review of worker classifications, tenure, and market rate data to ensure accuracy and fairness.
- Proactively identify potential compliance gaps and escalate risks to the Contingent Lead for timely resolution.
- Assist in the evaluation of current supplier setups and facilitate transitions to new suppliers or migration to MSPs.
- Help coordinate background checks in strict adherence to company policy.
Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in contingent operations, Managed Service Provider (MSP)/Vendor Management System (VMS) environments, or supplier management.
- Demonstrated strong understanding of Contingent Workforce compliance and workforce classification principles.
- Excellent data management and Excel reconciliation skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong communication, organizational, and project coordination skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams.
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Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience supporting M&A or other large-scale organizational transition projects is strongly preferred.
About Aquent Talent
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
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
A multinational cloud-based software company specialising in a series of products designed to drive creative innovation across multimedia. Used by millions around the world for personal and professional use across all industries.
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.
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