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GHJ

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Los Angeles
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must inspire others, possess strong diplomacy, think creatively, manage projects, engage with leaders, communicate effectively, and demonstrate design skills with an ownership mentality.
  • You will develop and execute engagement strategies, coordinate events, manage logistics and budgets, support Town Halls, oversee the engagement survey, and foster connections across teams.

Requirements

  • Impeccable judgment. An influencer. You inspire people. The only thing better than your ideas is your ability to get them across the finish line.
  • Supremely diplomatic. You build and foster relationships like nobody’s business across the whole organization.
  • Balanced in your perspective: you know how to come up with creative solutions while mitigating risk. You thrive in identifying the root cause of issues and steering toward the right outcome.
  • Passionate about doing the right thing. Cool and calm when challenged.
  • Impactful: you can think through the steps of a project plan, put one foot in front of the other, get others on board with the journey, and ultimately, get things done.
  • Equally comfortable rolling up your sleeves and jumping into the weeds as you are stepping back to be a strategic partner to the business.
  • Able to think on your feet, change course quickly, and do multiple things at once—often.
  • Equipped with an "ownership" mentality. You take pride in your personal brand.
  • Ability to use technology to automate and bring efficiencies to the team.
  • 5-7 years of employee engagement with event planning experience.
  • Demonstrated prior experience in project management and executing large events.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
  • Comfortable presenting and engaging with senior leaders of the firm.
  • Problem-solving skills with the ability to make recommendations using judgment that is consistent with company standards, practices, policies, or local governing laws.
  • A strong eye for design—able to create content that is brought to life with strong graphics and imagery.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute an engagement strategy that aligns with GHJ’s core values to foster a positive workplace and help our team members feel connected.
  • Create an annual plan for ongoing connection points across the firm.
  • Bring an outside-in perspective on best practices for engagement.
  • Support the engagement strategy for our headquarters, Market Hubs, and dispersed cohorts, acting as a single point for engagement to flow through so we can have a cohesive approach.
  • Own communications to support engagement.
  • Own overall logistics and execution of two firmwide weeks a year. This includes coordination with vendors and internal clients to ensure events go smoothly and meet objectives.
  • Project and budget management for these events is essential.
  • Manage the logistics of our quarterly Town Hall meetings, including onsite support at the LA headquarters and coordination with Market Hubs.
  • Own monthly onsite connection events in LA (lunches, happy hours, DEIA events, etc.).
  • Coordinate engagement activities with Market Hub leaders, acting as a central point of contact for Market Hub engagement.
  • Support other People team events as needed.
  • Manage the planning and execution of the annual engagement survey.
  • Work with Department Heads to support their department engagement plans and tie them back to the firm’s engagement strategy.
  • Plan and implement engagement activities that support the focus areas identified in the engagement survey.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the People Engagement Manager role at GHJ?

The main purpose of the People Engagement Manager role at GHJ is to support and execute the firm's engagement strategy, ensuring employees are connected, engaged, and can #BeMore.

What are the core values that guide the engagement strategy?

The core values that guide the engagement strategy are Bright Minds, Brave Hearts, and Bold Actions, which help in fostering a positive workplace.

What specific responsibilities does the People Engagement Manager have regarding events?

The People Engagement Manager is responsible for logistics and execution of firmwide events, including two firmwide weeks per year, quarterly Town Halls, monthly onsite connection events, and coordination of engagement activities with Market Hub leaders.

How often are engagement surveys conducted?

Engagement surveys are conducted annually.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A candidate should have 5-7 years of experience in employee engagement with event planning, along with demonstrated experience in project management and executing large events.

What skills are essential for the People Engagement Manager role?

Essential skills include excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, a strong eye for design, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships within the organization.

Is the salary for this role fixed or flexible?

The salary for this role is flexible, with a reasonable estimate of the current range being $115,000 - $160,000, determined based on various factors like internal equity, market data, and the candidate's experience.

Does GHJ support diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?

Yes, GHJ is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to preventing discrimination in hiring based on various legally-recognized bases.

Who does the People Engagement Manager report to?

The People Engagement Manager reports to the Director of People.

What is GHJ’s commitment towards client success?

GHJ is committed to building long-term relationships with clients and providing personalized service to help them position for a better future.

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GHJ

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Accounting
Industry
201-500
Employees
1953
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

GHJ is a national advisory and accounting firm with employees in more than 25 states and clients around the world. Our team of experts meet clients where they are and provide personalized service for nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Ranked as a Top-100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm and Top Regional Leader in the West by Accounting Today, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future. Through its affiliation with HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, GHJ is able to partner with other top firms around the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to partner with its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 157 countries across the globe. GHJ has 21 partners and more than 200 staff members, who serve thousands of clients. The Firm is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit).