Senior Human Resources Manager

Job Summary:

As the Senior HR Manager, you will be responsible for driving the people strategy, building a high-performance culture, and ensuring HR practices are aligned with the dynamic needs of a creative advertising agency. This role requires a strong background in HR leadership, talent management, and employee engagement, with a keen understanding of the advertising/creative industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the agency's goals, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, engagement, and performance management.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:

Lead recruitment efforts for diverse roles within the agency, ensuring cultural and skill fit. Build strong employer branding to attract top creative talent.

Employee Engagement & Culture Building:

Drive initiatives that foster collaboration, innovation, and an inclusive workplace. Design and execute engagement activities that reflect the creative culture of the agency.

Performance & Capability Development:

Oversee performance management processes, ensuring clear goal setting, feedback mechanisms, and learning & development programs.

Policy & Compliance:

Ensure compliance with labor laws, HR policies, and ethical practices. Update policies to reflect best industry standards.

Business Partnership:

Work closely with leadership and department heads to align HR practices with business priorities. Act as a trusted advisor on people-related issues.

Change Management:

Support organizational transformation, including scaling teams, restructuring, or implementing new HR systems and processes.

HR Operations & Analytics:

Oversee payroll, benefits, and HR operations while leveraging data/HR analytics to inform decision-making.

Requirements:

79 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 34 years in a leadership/business partner role.

Strong preference for candidates from advertising, media, marketing, or creative agencies.

Proven track record of managing end-to-end HR functions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Deep knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and HR technology.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.

Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capabilities.

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

What We Offer:

A dynamic and creative workplace that values collaboration and innovation

Opportunities for professional growth and career development

A chance to work with a diverse portfolio of exciting brands and projects