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HR Advisor – Publicis Groupe UK
Company Description
Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication, operating in over 100 countries with 114,000+ employees worldwide. We help the world’s leading brands drive growth by combining creativity, media, data, technology, and consulting.
We leverage our Power of One approach to align expertise across our agencies, delivering end-to-end solutions. Our culture thrives on "Viva la Différence"—we celebrate diversity, encourage unique perspectives, and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone can grow.
Overview
We are seeking an HR Advisor to shape the future of Talent at Publicis Groupe UK—an exciting opportunity to collaborate with a Talent Partner, supporting people, culture, and performance in a dynamic, multi-agency environment. This role allows you to drive a positive, inclusive employee experience while empowering leaders with data-driven, people-focused decisions.
If you are motivated by impact, collaboration, and professional growth, this role offers significant career development potential.
What You’ll Be Doing
Employee & Manager Relationships
- Build strong, trusted relationships with managers to support a high-performing, inclusive culture
- Provide guided HR solutions that align with business goals and employee needs
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Advise on employee relations, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes
- Handle core HR processes, including:
- Performance management
- Family leave policies
- First-line disciplinary and grievance cases
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Employee Engagement & Strategy
- Partner in engagement initiatives, such as:
- Employee surveys & action planning
- Performance review communications
- Collaborate with Talent Operations to:
- Maintain accurate employee data
- Ensure seamless people processes
- Contribute to HR and Talent projects, supporting aligned strategies
- Analyse and share people data insights to inform decisions across stakeholders
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Experience in an HR Advisor (or equivalent) role, with exposure to employee relations
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and practical confidence in applying it
- Proactive, collaborative mindset, with a strong desire to learn and develop
- Exceptional relationship-building skills across multiple stakeholder levels
- Attention to detail with robust organisation skills to manage multiple priorities
- Interest in HR disciplines, including engagement, development, and business partnering
Desirable (Not Mandatory)
- Experience in media, advertising, or digital environments
- Familiarity with dynamic, multi-agency workplaces
About Publicis Groupe UK
At Publicis Groupe UK, we thrive on diversity—our 5,000+ professionals across media, creative, data, and digital benefit from varied perspectives that drive innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
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We are committed to: ✓ A valuing, respectful, and supportive workplace environment ✓ Welcoming applications from all backgrounds and experiences ✓ Accessibility adjustments for any recruitment needs
Benefits
Publicis Groupe offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Core benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical Cover
- Enhanced policies: Reflection Days, Shared Parental Leave
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to Employee Action Groups (EAGs) and Inclusive Benefits
Work schedule:
- Primarily office- or client-based, 4 days per week
Diversity & Inclusion
Publicis Groupe is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate and encourage applications from all backgrounds, without discrimination on race, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexuality, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and inclusive. If you require any adjustments due to disability, neurodivergence, or health conditions, please inform us—we will accommodate your needs.
We uphold our values through empathy, collaboration, responsibility, and adaptability, ensuring a workplace where everyone feels seen, respected, and fully included.
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