Director, HRBP

Publicis Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 121,315 - 194,220; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Flexible time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Publicis Media in New York is seeking a Director, Human Resources Business Partner to support over 400 employees. This strategic role involves partnering with senior leaders to drive organizational performance and implement talent strategies.

Ideal candidates should have significant HR experience, a relevant degree, and a commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable workplace practices. The position includes responsibilities such as employee relations, workforce planning, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years of Human Resources experience focusing on business partnership and employee relations.
• Ability to incorporate equity and belonging into HR initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership teams.
• Develop actionable solutions for organizational and talent challenges.
• Implement organizational talent initiatives focused on recruitment and retention.

Skills

Strategic business partnership

Employee relations

Organizational development

Recruitment

Conflict resolution

Workday proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management, or related field

Relevant Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday or similar HRIS systems

Job description

Publicis Media harnesses the power of modern media through leading agency brands Dysrupt, Infinite Roar, Publicis Collective, Publicis Health Media, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith, as well as global accelerator PMX; immersive experience group PMCI (inclusive of Picture Motion and RDL Worldwide); and access to integrated platform‑based technologies and offerings from CJ, Epsilon and Influential. Publicis Media’s digital‑first, data‑driven global solutions deliver client value and drive growth in a platform‑powered world. It is present in over 100 countries with more than 23 000 employees worldwide.

Overview

The Director, Human Resources Business Partner is a strategic people leader supporting 400+ employees across 160over90’s global network. Based in New York City and reporting to the VP, Human Resources, this role partners closely with senior leaders across Partnerships, Experiential, PR/Social, Finance, and Business Operations to drive organizational performance, talent strategy, and a connected, high‑impact culture. The Director brings a global perspective and strong business insight, advising on workforce planning, organizational build, leadership development, and employee engagement while anticipating business needs, using data to influence decisions, and designing scalable people programs that support growth across diverse markets. The Director also leads all aspects of complex employee relations, guarantees adherence across multiple jurisdictions, and strengthens leadership capability through mentoring and development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Partnerships, Experiential, PR/Social, Finance, and Business Operations leadership teams, influencing business and talent decisions through strategic counsel, data‑driven insights, and practical solutions that drive organizational performance.
• Proactively identify organizational and talent challenges, assess root causes, and develop actionable solutions while influencing leaders to drive alignment, accountability, and successful execution.
• Partner with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs, forecast open positions, and plan recruiting strategies; manage headcount with finance and business leaders to ensure staffing structures align with organizational needs.
• Influence leaders to optimize team structures, workforce planning, and talent strategies; drive initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness, business performance, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Coordinate company‑wide training on and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including health and safety regulations, anti‑harassment and non‑discrimination policies, and employee conduct guidelines.
• Implement organizational talent initiatives, focusing on recruitment, retention, training, and professional growth with emphasis on leadership development.
• Coach and counsel management and employees in areas of employee relations, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, and disciplinary measures.
• Investigate potential EEO issues, discrimination, harassment, or other employee relations complaints; present findings to the appropriate parties.
• Proactively implement procedures that promote employee performance and job satisfaction; ensure fair and consistent application of company policy while promoting positive morale.
• Guide assigned client groups through semi‑annual performance review process and coordinate with senior management and finance counterparts to execute merit planning.
• Compile and process new hire paperwork, employee data changes, merit increases, salary adjustments, and terminations leveraging Workday.
• Anticipate business needs and bring forward solutions, recommendations, and insights rather than simply responding to requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management, or related field required; relevant Master’s degree preferred.
• HR certifications a plus, including but not limited to PHR, SHRM‑CP, SPHR, SHRM‑SCP, APTD, or CPLP.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of Human Resources experience with a focus on strategic business partnership, employee relations, and organizational development; recruitment experience a plus.
• Ability to incorporate equity and belonging into all HR initiatives and overall employee experience.
• Experience as an HR Business Partner in the marketing, entertainment, sports, fashion, or media industry highly desired; experience in a marketing agency preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of all applicable employment/human resources laws, rules, codes, and regulations (EEO, ADA, FMLA, etc.).
• Knowledge of global HR statutory practices and international HR operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
• Experience using Workday or similar HRIS systems preferred.
• Proven background of success managing and developing people.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering progressive strategy aligned to business needs.
• Strong desire to innovate; ability to think creatively and generate out‑of‑the‑box ideas to streamline processes.
• Skill in identifying potential conflicts within and across teams and addressing them proactively.
• Comfort dealing with employees at all levels and personalities.
• Ability to plan, communicate, monitor, prioritize, and delegate assignments; set realistic expectations and deliver actionable feedback.
• Self‑motivated, multitasking ability, detail‑oriented, and capable of making quick decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional time‑management skills and collaborative mindset to lead a high‑performing team.
• Strong communication and influencing skills; clear, persuasive speaking and writing; presentation and data‑interpretation skills.
• Understanding of diverse skill sets and competencies across teams to recruit for synergy, efficiency, and productivity.

Additional Information

Publicis Groupe’s motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, honoring and celebrating all identities and intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable and inclusive experiences for all talent. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), parental and family care leave, family‑forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: USD $121,315.00 – $194,220.00 per annum. The pay range is the amount the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of posting. Compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and may be modified at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible for certain benefits upon meeting criteria. The anticipated application deadline for this job posting is 7/27/2026.