HR Business Partner

Publicis Groupe, known for its world-renowned creativity, best in class technology, digital and consulting expertise, is the world’s third largest communications group in the world. With more than 80,000 people in over 100 countries, the Groupe has four Solution hubs: Creative with Publicis Communications, Media with Publicis Media, Digital business transformation with Publicis Sapient, and Health & Wellbeing with Publicis Health.

Since 2014 and the acquisition of Sapient, Publicis Groupe has undergone a profound transformation by scaling a new model connecting data, creativity and technology. We have continued on that journey with the 2019 acquisition of Epsilon to further scale our data led offering and provide true momentum to our clients own transformation.

This model, with a country led approach, is called the “Power of One” and gathers all the capabilities of the Groupe under one roof, putting clients at the core of the organisation.

It breaks down the silos between Publicis Communications, Publicis Media, Publicis Sapient, and Publicis Health making them work seamlessly and efficiently to help clients transform marketing and business at scale.

Never has our vision and drive for Power of One been as demonstrable as in the role of the Global and Regional Client lead. The Publicis Groupe is a brand led organisation powered by data driven global Practices and has our clients at the absolute core of our business. The role of a RCL is essential for driving growth, for understanding and leading our clients own transformation through delivering the true scale our agencies capabilities. A RCL sets the vision, builds a culture of collaboration and curates a team of experts from our whole Groupe to deliver on that promise. They are true leaders with responsibility for revenue, profitability and leading the relationship with our clients. We could not be more committed to delivering excellence and we articulate our approach to that as the following;

Clients Come First; The entire Publicis Groupe transformation was designed to put clients at the center of all we do. Their needs and objectives drive the solutions we provide in order to help them win and grow.

We are Seamless; We have created the powerful role of the Regional Client Leader. One person who acts as one point of access and one point of accountability to tap an 80,000-deep pool of talent - free from silos, legacy, and convention.

We are Frictionless; We have unified P&Ls and removed all operational barriers that enable true collaboration.

We are Modular; The core benefit of our new organization is not only in the depth and range of capability but, more importantly, in our ability to configure situationally; the ability to configure around individual client needs and an open architecture to plug & play world class partners when needed. Modularity is critical as it enables a future proof way for this organization support innovation now and keep pace the changes that show no sign of stopping.

We are United; By fusing together our creative, intelligence, and technology expertise, we are able to provide clients with transformative ideas and consumer experiences, unlike any other agency or holding company in the marketplace.

As an HR Business Partner (HRBP) of Publicis Groupe Philippines (PGP), you will play a pivotal role in shaping people's strategies and fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. You will serve as a trusted advisor to agency leaders and employees, aligning HR solutions with business objectives while ensuring compliance with company policies. This role focuses on supporting the unique needs of creative talent, driving engagement, and nurturing a high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Partnership

• Collaborate with the HR Director/HR Lead and agency leadership to implement people strategies that support business goals.
• Provide data-driven insights and innovative HR solutions to address workforce challenges and opportunities in the creative industry.
• Advise leadership on organizational design, talent strategy, and succession planning.

2. Talent Management and Development

• Work with the Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams to attract, retain, and develop top creative talent.
• Identify and support high-potential employees through career growth opportunities and targeted development programs.
• Assist in implementing initiatives like the New Blood Program, ensuring cross-capability talent alignment.

3. Employee Relations and Engagement

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations, addressing concerns, mediating conflicts, and promoting an inclusive culture.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, gathering feedback and driving actions that enhance the employee experience.
• Build trust and foster open communication across all levels of the organization.

4. Performance and Change Management

• Support leaders and managers in executing performance management processes aligned with organizational objectives.
• Drive change management efforts, ensuring smooth transitions during organizational shifts and process updates.
• Partner with leadership to foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement.

5. HR Operations and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to HR policies, labor laws, and compliance requirements in the Philippines.
• Guide workforce planning, compensation, and benefits, ensuring equity and alignment with company standards.
• Collaborate with HR shared services to efficiently execute HR operations and administrative tasks.

6. Culture and Well-Being

• Advocate for initiatives prioritizing flexibility, well-being, and work-life integration for PGP talents.
• Partner with leaders to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) programs.
• Drive activities that reinforce Publicis Groupe's values and celebrate the unique contributions of its creative teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related fields. 
• 5+ years of HR experience, including 2+ years in an HRBP or similar strategic role, preferably in a creative or advertising environment. 
• Strong knowledge of agency operations, culture, and talent dynamics. 
• Expertise in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development. 
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels. 
• Proficiency in HR tools, systems, and analytics for decision-making. 
• In-depth knowledge of Philippine labor laws and regulations. 
• Adaptable, innovative, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative setting