Leo Burnett Referral Bonus Program

Leo Burnett is committed to attracting top talent through its employee referral program, offering substantial bonuses to encourage current employees to refer qualified candidates for open positions. This program is especially lucrative for tech and product roles, given the increasing demand for these skill sets. Below is a detailed overview of the referral bonus structure, focusing on tech/product roles, but also including information on other positions.

Referral Bonus Structure

Tech/Product Roles

• Software Engineers, Product Managers, Data Scientists:
  • Referral Bonus: $5,000
  • Eligibility: The referred candidate must be hired and successfully complete a 90-day probationary period.
• UX/UI Designers, DevOps Engineers, QA Analysts:
  • Referral Bonus: $4,000
  • Eligibility: Similar hiring and probationary period conditions apply.

Other Roles

• Creative Directors, Account Managers:

  • Referral Bonus: $3,000
  • Eligibility: Referred candidates must be hired and remain employed for at least 90 days.

• Marketing Specialists, Administrative Staff:

  • Referral Bonus: $2,000
  • Eligibility: Must meet the standard hiring and probationary requirements.

Additional Program Details

• Payment Schedule: The referral bonus is typically paid out in the payroll cycle following the completion of the referred employee’s probationary period.

• Maximum Payout: Employees can earn multiple bonuses, but are capped at $25,000 per calendar year.

• Eligibility: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the referral program, except for HR personnel and hiring managers directly involved in the recruitment process for the referred role.

How to Submit a Referral

1. Online Submission: Employees must submit referrals through the internal company portal, providing the candidate's resume and a brief recommendation.