Associate Director, Human Resources (HR)

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Company Description

Publicis Media harnesses the power of modern media through global agency brands CJ, Performics, Publicis Collective, Publicis Health Media, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith. A key business solution of Publicis Groupe ([Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40], Publicis Media’s digital-first, data-driven global practices deliver client value and drive growth in a platform-powered world. It is present in more than sixty countries with over 23,000 employees worldwide.

Overview

Spark Foundry’s Talent team is seeking an Associate Director to drive people initiatives in support of the Central Region. The Associate Director will be responsible for helping to manage the day-to-day Talent function and drive programs and initiatives for employees across several locations. Not only will you work in lock step with our internal client teams; but you will also work with the broader Talent Team on initiatives to cultivate our unique culture and people practices.

This role reports into our VP, Talent, and is based in our Chicago, IL office. This role will also be the direct manager of a Talent Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic Talent consulting to internal clients with a focus on strategic staff planning and development
• Assess and determine the appropriate HR Strategy. We are constantly reassessing how we work and look for better/more efficient ways to support Spark Foundry.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of value-added Talent programs such as corporate social responsibility, leadership development programs and performance management
• Oversee all performance management and employee relations matters / investigations with sensitivity and to minimize organizational risk
• Build effective relationships and provide excellent client service by ensuring a positive employee experience
• Help drive people initiatives focusing on retention, engagement, recognition and talent management
• Educate and implement Reasonable Accommodation and Flexible Work Arrangements as appropriate
• Talent Development: Train and answer questions for annual review process through Career Conversations
• Partners with Shared Services to ensure operational execution
• Collaborating with the Talent team, leadership and client teams to implement and support the people and culture strategies, initiatives and programs that effectively support the mission, vision, values, inclusivity, and corporate objectives of our Agency
• Provide counseling and support on corporate policies and benefit programs
• Advise and respond quickly to management needs regarding general Talent & HR issues
• Work with an agile mindset. Projects and initiatives will move very fast, and often with incomplete information

Qualifications

• Experience/Skill: 5-7 Years in the Human Resources field in a similar role
• The role will require a hybrid work schedule.
• Education/Knowledge: University Degree or Community college diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent industry experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work at all levels of the organization
• Detail-orientated and highly motivated, self-starter, able to multi-task and work well under pressure
• Willingness to go that extra mile to deliver high quality output
• Great problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Addional Skills

• A passion for or experience in one of the following areas: Talent Development; Company Culture; Employee Learning & Development
• Knowledge of general HR practices, policies and pertinent legislation governing employment relations

This role is exempt and is located in the Chicago, IL office.

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected] . All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: $95.950 - $137,865 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 12/23/25.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]