Senior Associate Media Recruiter - Contract to Hire

We are PMG

Named Ad Age Best Places to Work for 9 years in a row and Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators since 2022, PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG utilizes business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights—as well as its proprietary marketing intelligence platform, Alli—to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions and innovative media strategies. Our team comprises over 900 employees globally, and our work for ambitious brands like Apple, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, CKE Restaurants, Experian, Intuit, Kohler, Nike, Sephora, Therabody, and Whole Foods spans 85+ countries.

Who You’ll Be Working With

As a Senior Associate Media Recruiter at PMG, you’ll be an integral part of our Talent Acquisition team, working as a contractor to help identify and engage top-tier talent across the media industry. You’ll collaborate closely with hiring managers and department leaders across a variety of media disciplines, including Client Strategy, Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, Brand Media, Analytics, and more. Your efforts will directly impact PMG’s ability to build a world-class team of media professionals who thrive on creativity, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

In this fast-paced and ever-changing environment, adaptability is key. Priorities can shift quickly, requiring you to stay proactive, flexible, and solution-oriented. If you’re passionate about connecting with people, navigating the media landscape, and shaping the future of a dynamic and innovative organization, this role offers an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers to deeply understand their team’s needs and gain insight into media roles across various disciplines like Brand Media, Performance Media, Partnerships, and Analytics.
• Use creative strategies to source, attract, and engage top candidates through job boards, social platforms, networks, and industry-specific channels.
• Own the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and guiding candidates through the hiring process with care and professionalism.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of media professionals, staying connected to candidates and industry trends to proactively meet PMG’s evolving hiring needs.
• Ensure candidates feel supported and valued by maintaining transparent communication, offering constructive feedback, and creating a welcoming and inclusive experience.
• Partner with department leaders to craft compelling job descriptions and recruitment materials that reflect PMG’s voice and values.
• Share PMG’s story, culture, and mission with candidates, ensuring they understand our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and client impact.
• Contribute to PMG’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by fostering inclusive hiring practices and engaging with diverse talent pools.
• Keep a pulse on the media landscape, understanding the skills and roles shaping the future of the industry to proactively meet PMG’s growth goals.

 

What You Will Bring

• 4+ years of recruiting experience specifically in the media space, hiring for roles across client strategy, paid search, paid social, programmatic, brand media, and analytics.
• Previous experience recruiting at a media advertising agency, with a strong understanding of agency operations and talent needs.
• Familiarity with big agency holding companies (e.g., WPP, Omnicom, Publicis, IPG, Dentsu), including their structures and talent profiles.
• A solid understanding of how media channels like display, video, and audio work together to build effective strategies.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Lever, or Workday to manage pipelines and track hiring progress.
• Familiarity with sourcing tools and platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Glassdoor to identify top talent.
• Basic knowledge of data and analytics tools like Excel or Google Sheets to generate reports and track recruiting metrics.
• Experience using CRM platforms or tools for candidate relationship management and engagement.
• Exposure to DEI-focused recruiting tools or strategies to ensure diverse and inclusive hiring practices.
• A natural connector who thrives on building meaningful relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven success in using creative and innovative sourcing strategies to identify and attract top ta