HR Advisor (12-month FTC)

Company Description

OVERVIEW Publicis Groupe is one of the world’s largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation.

HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in the platform world. At Publicis Groupe, we’ve invested in capabilities across these four imperatives that our clients need to unlock growth.

THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us.

Overview

Are you looking to grow your HR career in a fast-paced environment? We’re searching for a proactive and organised HR Advisor to support our team with everything from admin and pay processes to employee relations (ER) cases on a 12-month FTC.

If you’re an HR Coordinator great with details, confident in handling ER basics, and love keeping things running smoothly, this is the career-building opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

What will I be doing?

• Handling HR admin— this will include, but not be limited to, new hire requests, pay reviews, promotions, and performance processes.

• Supporting ER cases like performance management, conduct issues, and disciplinaries.

• Taking clear, concise notes for TUPE cases, grievances, and other key HR processes (training provided).

• Working closely with the wider Talent team and People Managers to challenge and improve processes, ensuring smooth HR operations.

• Keeping everything organised and compliant, using your HR knowledge and people skills to get things done.

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

• HR Experience – Experience in HR admin, coordination, or generalist roles, ideally in a fast-paced environment.

• ER Understanding – Knowledge of HR policies, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and a willingness to learn.

• Great Communicator – Able to support managers, explain HR processes clearly, and handle sensitive situations professionally.

• Organised & Detail-Oriented – Comfortable managing multiple HR tasks, keeping records up to date, and ensuring processes are followed.

• Proactive & Adaptable – A problem-solver who can think on their feet and thrives in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment.

This is a good opportunity to grow your HR skills and gain hands-on experience in a supportive team. Sound like you? Apply Now!

Additional Information

Publicis Media has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans, we also offer:

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full-time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness.

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page, which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAGs (Employee Action Groups)

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