Associate Director, Human Resources; HR

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. As a key business solution of Publicis Groupe, 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.

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. You will work closely with internal client teams and the broader Talent Team on initiatives that cultivate our unique culture and people practices.

This role reports to the VP of Talent and is based in our Chicago, IL office. The Associate Director will be the direct manager of a Talent Coordinator.

• Deliver strategic Talent consulting to internal clients with a focus on strategic staff planning and development.
• Assess and determine the appropriate HR strategy, continually seeking 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, and performance management.
• Oversee all performance management and employee relations matters/investigations with sensitivity 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 the annual review process through Career Conversations.
• Partner with Shared Services to ensure operational execution.
• Collaborate with the Talent team, leadership, and client teams to implement and support 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, often with incomplete information.

• 5–7 years of experience in Human Resources in a similar role.
• Hybrid work schedule required.
• University degree or community college diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent industry experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work at all levels of the organization.
• Detail‑oriented, highly motivated, selfstarter, able to multi‑task and work well under pressure.
• Willingness to go the extra mile to deliver high‑quality output.
• Great problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• 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.

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving needs of our talent. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

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 posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

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