Associate Director, Human Resources

WHO WE ARE:

We think too much marketing isn’t us. It’s mass markets, not audiences of one. Homogenous groups to be targeted, not individuals to be inspired. Segments to reach, not people with their own ideas and ambitions. It’s one size fits all, and it’s dull.

When it comes to individuals, we’re fierce. We stand up for individuality. We speak up against bland, broad-brush generalizations. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual’s needs, beliefs, behaviors and aspirations. And we commit to doing this in every aspect of our work for clients and their consumers.

We actively foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual difference are valued and leveraged to achieve the agency’s vision. And most importantly, we value every individual’s wellbeing.

We are Fiercely Individual.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, we are fiercely focused on the individual and how we can create value from every individual’s experience with a brand. We do this across three capability areas: customer-centric consulting, creativity that inspires action and customer experience management.

Our data analysts know who that person is. Our strategists understand what they want. And our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to get it to them.

RAPP is an integral part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, comprising 4,000 creatives, technologists, strategists, and data and marketing scientists across 40 global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

The Associate Director, Human Resources provides strategic  guidance to all employees and local region leadership. The Associate Director works within the US HR team to drive talent strategy to drive business results. They will oversee all efforts to ensure optimal employee experience and manage activity involving programs and policies, talent development, federal, state, and regional compliance, employee engagement, performance management, salary/benefits administration, and Employee Relations.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads HR programs, policies, and processes for the West and Central Region agencies
• Leads local performance management process including tool rollout, guidance, coaching, compliance, and measurement
• Leads annual Talent Calibration exercise for assigned business unit(s)
• Provides guidance to management and staff on all HR-related matters, including policy interpretation, performance management, and conflict resolution. Provides expert consultation to managers on staff issues and performance management processes. Conducts investigations and prepares reports of findings and recommendations
• Support employee recognition and engagement programs, to drive toward a culture of high-performance
• Responsible for ensuring agency compliance with federal, state, and regional regulations
• Focus on achieving people development goals through the development and delivery of HR strategies
• Serve as an HR solutions partner to business and functional leaders by delivering consistent advice and coaching to support and enable local business strategy
• Pulling data/reports to analyze in order to make comparisons, draw conclusions, and solve problems
• Manages VISA and immigration compliance
• Supports learning and development initiatives in local agencies
• Creates value through proactive approaches that will affect performance outcome and/or control cost – with business acumen
• Manage Administrative HR duties as needed: Updating HRIS, Org Charts, Payroll liaisons Leave of Absence management, Worker’s Comp Claims, Employment Verifications, Onboarding, New Hire Orientation, maintaining job descriptions, content for Town Halls, etc.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Team and Finance team to approve new positions
• Anticipate and resolve litigation risks
• Supervise the work of HR team member(s) and provide guidance

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 5+ years of relevant HR experience
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field
• HRCI/SHRM CA HR Certification Preferred
• Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the agency’s goals
• Ability to take initiative and produce in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and consistently demonstrate strong decision making and judgment skills
• Think creatively to find optimal solutions to complex, often unstructured problems
• Ability to present to small or large group with research and original information
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams
• Focus on achieving people development goals through the development and delivery of HR strategies
• Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the agency achieve its objectives
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Outstanding communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Project)
• Ability to travel occasionally

Our hybrid work model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like. 

RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $95,000 - $115,000. This range is specific to Los Angeles and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

“As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.”

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.