Human Resources Director

Company: J. Walter Thompson
Location: New York
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Who we are:
At Wunderman Thompson we exist to inspire growth for ambitious brands. Part creative agency, part consultancy and part technology company, our experts provide end-to-end capabilities at a global scale to deliver inspiration across the entire brand and customer experience.
We are 20,000 strong in 90 markets around the world;our people bring together creative storytelling, diverse perspectives, inclusive thinking, and highly specialized vertical capabilities to drive growth for our clients. We offer deep expertise across the entire customer journey, including communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology.Who we are:
At Wunderman Thompson we exist to inspire growth for ambitious brands. Part creative agency, part consultancy and part technology company, our experts provide end-to-end capabilities at a global scale to deliver inspiration across the entire brand and customer experience.
We are 20,000 strong in90 markets around the world;our people bring together creative storytelling, diverse perspectives, inclusive thinking, and highly specialized vertical capabilities to drive growth for our clients. We offer deep expertise across the entire customer journey, including communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology.
Who we are looking for:
Wunderman Thompson is seeking a Director, Human Resources to provide expertise and support across a broad range of human resources practices. This is a hands-on role that will drive and implement culture initiatives and people programs, while always working to improve the employee experience. This position will also play a vital role in creating an inclusive and learning environment for everyone as a key strategy for engagement and growth. -
What you'll do:

Supervise - Manages the goal -setting, performance, and compensation review process. Works with managers to drive higher performance and people development. -Manages workplace issues to include disciplinary actions in compliance with applicable federal, state and local employment related regulations.
Conduct - Manages the new hire process, benefit orientations, the exit process, and transition plans. Conducts feedback sessions and analyzes employee engagement survey results to gain insights on morale.
Encourage - Supports people programs around career development. Identifies learning opportunities and support training initiatives. Develops recognition strategies and administers programs that celebrate/engage our people, builds positive workplace culture, and fosters a collaborative environment. Supports talent mobility and transfers.
Audit - Coordinates with payroll each pay cycle to ensure correct processing of new hires, terms, leaves, and other change in status. Ensures accuracy of employee data, keep employee files current. Supports employees with leave requests and track time off. Assists with general questions around benefits, open enrollment, policies and procedures.

Who you are:

Problem Solver - A creative visionary with the appetite to craft solutions and put them into action. Innate ability to create gravity around ideas.
Doer - A get-things-done attitude with an unparalleled drive of initiative.
Genuine - Displays discretion, diplomacy, understanding, and a high level of professionalism. Positive, humorous, and a natural collaborator.
Ahead of the Curve - A champion of the human resources world who garners knowledge of employment trends to ensure HR practices maintain compliance.

What you'll need:

7-10 years of experience in a Human Resources/People/Talent role is required.
Experience working in a digital or advertising agency is required.
Must have strong working knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. -
Thrives in a fast-paced and changing environment. -Requires minimal supervision.
Informal and people-centric approach to work and getting things done.
Able to quickly establish credibility with the staff and senior managers.
Persuasive, proactive, strong presence, unpretentious, unquestionable integrity.
Commitment to excellence and to having fun. -
Must possess a desire to be the very best.

Wunderman Thompson is a WPP agency. For more information, please visit -our website -and follow Wunderman Thompson on our social channels: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
Wunderman Thompson is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age or disability. We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. -
-At Wunderman Thompson, we are committed to actively building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued and heard, and is treated with dignity and respect. -As leaders and creative partners across industries, it is our responsibility to cultivate an environment reflective of our greatest asset; our people. We believe that this commitment inspires growth and delivers equitable outcomes for everyone as well as the clients and communities we serve.
Wunderman Thompson isa WPPagency. For more information, -please visit -our website -and follow -Wunderman Thompson on our social channels via -Twitter,Facebook,LinkedIn,andInstagram. -
We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. -

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