Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Act as a strategic advisor to Managing Directors, Business Directors, and senior leadership teams on all people-related matters
Shape and drive the HR agenda in alignment with business strategy, growth plans, and market expansion
Influence leadership decision-making through data-driven insights and commercial understanding
Lead workforce planning, org design, and restructuring initiatives across media functions
Identify capability gaps and build talent strategies to support business objectives
Drive succession planning for critical roles and leadership pipelines
Partner with Talent Acquisition to define and execute hiring strategies for complex and senior roles
Lead talent mapping initiatives across key markets
Oversee leadership development, career progression frameworks, and high-potential programs
Support new business wins, account launches, and expansion into new markets
Lead HR workstreams in scaling operations, building new teams, and optimizing cost structures
Develop and implement scalable HR frameworks, policies, and processes suited for agency growth
Own and drive performance management cycles, including calibration and talent reviews
Coach senior managers and leaders on performance, leadership effectiveness, and team development
Drive a high-performance, accountability-driven culture aligned with agency values
Lead complex employee relations cases, including conflict resolution, restructuring, and disciplinary processes
Ensure compliance with local and regional labor laws across multiple markets
Provide risk mitigation strategies and ensure best practices in HR governance
Oversee compensation strategy, salary benchmarking, and benefits alignment for media roles
Leverage HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure impact of HR initiatives
Support audits and ensure accuracy of HR documentation and processes

Desired Candidate Profile

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly strategic and commercially driven Senior HR Business Partner with extensive experience in the media/advertising industry. This role is suited for a seasoned HR leader who has operated within complex, fast-paced agency environments and has a proven track record in partnering with senior leadership to drive organizational effectiveness and business growth.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in supporting media functions (Planning, Buying, Performance, Strategy, Digital, Creative integration) and has played a key role in scaling teams, optimizing structures, and enabling high-performing organizations across multiple markets.

Senior HR Business Partner Dentsu aegis network

Senior HR Business Partner
Dentsu aegis network