Senior Human Resources Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Senior HR Manager to lead and manage the HR function for our fast-paced advertising environment. This role requires someone who understands creative cultures, can drive talent strategies, and build a high-performance, people-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

• Lead end-to-end hiring for creative, digital, and corporate roles
• Build strong talent pipelines for roles such as designers, copywriters, motion artists, and account managers
• Strengthen employer branding to attract top creative talent

2. HR Strategy & Business Partnering

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals
• Act as a strategic advisor to department heads on people-related matters
• Drive organizational development and workforce planning

3. Performance Management

• Design and implement performance management systems (KPIs, appraisals, feedback cycles)
• Enable a culture of continuous feedback and high performance

4. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Build and nurture a creative, inclusive, and collaborative work culture
• Drive engagement initiatives, retention strategies, and employee satisfaction programs

5. Learning & Development

• Identify skill gaps and design L&D programs (creative, leadership, tools, etc.)
• Support career growth and succession planning

6. HR Operations & Compliance

• Oversee payroll inputs, attendance, policies, and HR systems
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
• Maintain HR documentation and reporting

7. Conflict Resolution & Employee Relations

• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary processes
• Promote a positive and transparent workplace environment

Requirements

• Experience: 8–15 years in HR, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Industry Preference: Advertising, media, digital agency, or startup environment
• Strong understanding of creative team dynamics and agency workflows
• Proven experience in talent acquisition and stakeholder management
• Knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and performance frameworks
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with creative professionals (designers, copywriters, motion artists)
• Familiarity with HRMS tools and data-driven HR practices
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• High adaptability in fast-paced environments

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