Associate Director, Talent (HR Generalist)

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 increase growth in a platform-powered world. It is present in more than sixty countries with over 23,000 employees worldwide.

Job Description

Spark Foundry’s Talent team is looking for an Associate Director to guide people initiatives to support the Central Region.  The Associate Director will help to manage the daily Talent function and lead programs 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 projects to cultivate our unique culture and people practices. You will report into our SVP, Talent, and is based in our Chicago, IL office. You will also be the direct manager of a Talent Coordinator.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver strategic Talent consulting to internal clients with a focus on strategic staff planning
• 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 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 relationships and provide excellent client service by ensuring a positive employee experience
• Help guide people initiatives focusing on retention, engagement, recognition and talent management
• Educate and implement Reasonable Accommodation and Flexible Work Arrangements
• Talent Development: Train and answer questions for 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 the people and culture strategies and programs that support the mission, vision, values, inclusivity, and corporate goals 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: 6-9 Years in the Human Resources field in a similar role
• You will require a hybrid work schedule.
• Education/Knowledge: University Degree or Community college diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent industry experience
• 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
• Experience with Microsoft excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets)  
• Experience in one of the following areas:  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion;  Talent Development; Company Culture; Employee Learning & Development
• Knowledge of general HR practices and relevant legislation governing employment relations

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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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.