What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Talent (Human Resources) position at Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V?
From helping to invent the affiliate industry, to performance marketing and what comes next, we’ve earned a reputation for maintaining the largest, most reliable partnership-based platform and sterling service with a personal touch.
With over 27 years of experience and 1,000 associates across 7 different countries, CJ (formerly Commission Junction) is the most trusted and established name in performance marketing.
We specialize in cultivating partnerships between top brands and trusted publishers to help them drive revenue and grow their businesses. CJ’s industry-leading solutions and services are what makes our innovative marketing technology (“martech”) the platform of choice for over 3,800 global brands across all industries including retail, travel, finance, technology, and home services. As part of Publicis Groupe, our data capabilities, future-focused tech, and strategic expertise power meaningful connections so brands can reach consumers wherever they are.
We take just as much pride in our innovative technology and comprehensive data as we do in the expertise and dedication of our people. Our collaborative teams are equipped with advanced tools, training, and career development opportunities in order to provide our clients with cutting edge solutions, strategies, and support that drive meaningful results. In an industry with much uncharted territory, our people are a trusted a steady hand.
So, what is Affiliate Marketing?
Think about the last time you bought something online. Maybe your favorite influencer shared a product that caught your eye with a coupon to help save you some cash, or perhaps you already knew what you wanted to buy, but there were so many options that you needed help from a trusted review site. However you finally made your purchase, chances are you interacted with affiliate publishers along the way—whether they influenced you, provided helpful information, or made sure you got the best price, CJ provides the performance marketing platform that connects brands with publishers to create valuable resources frequently used by shoppers such as yourself.
Here's why you’ll love working here!
In addition to competitive salaries, 401K matching, wellness reimbursement programs, life insurance, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, we also offer...
· Flexible time off, no accrual necessary
· Generous amount of paid holidays
· Company-sponsored team building events
· Employee Referral Program
· Annual recognition awards
· Flexible work arrangements
· Parental bonding leave
· Back-up child/elder care
· Employee discount program
· Business Resource Groups- these employee-led groups join together around common interests, backgrounds, or demographic factors to help build an engaging, inclusive work environment for all.
… just to name a few of our great perks!
Overview
CJ's Talent team is seeking a dynamic and strategic Associate Director to lead our people initiatives across global offices! If you're passionate about shaping a vibrant culture and advancing people practices, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You'll be instrumental in managing day-to-day Talent functions, driving impactful programs, and empowering our teams around the world.
Hybrid Role- 3 days a week in CJ office location.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
- Be a Visionary: Develop and execute innovative talent strategies that align with our goals and boost employee engagement.
- Lead the Charge: Oversee internal communications, performance management, compliance, and talent development within our matrix organization.
- Consult & Collaborate: Act as a trusted advisor, focusing on strategic talent planning, development, and HR strategy improvements.
- Empower Growth: Champion talent programs like leadership development, performance management, and employee recognition to elevate our team.
- Champion Employee Relations: Manage employee relations and investigations to keep risks at bay and maintain a thriving workplace.
- Foster Relationships: Build strong connections across all levels/across all business functions and provide awesome client service to ensure every employee has a great experience.
- Data-Driven Action: Use HR data to craft actionable plans, partnering with leadership to turn insights into reality.
- Navigate HR Landscape: Offer guidance on policies, benefits, and quickly tackle any HR issues that come your way.
- Stay Agile: Keep a flexible mindset to thrive in our fast-paced environment where projects and initiatives evolve rapidly.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- 7 years of experience in Human Resources or a similar role where you've made a significant impact.
- Employer experience in an Agency or Technology company
- Stellar communication and interpersonal skills — you're comfortable engaging at all levels.
- A detail-oriented, self-starter who can juggle multiple tasks and thrives under pressure.
- A problem-solving guru who's always ready to go the extra mile.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a must.
Additional information
CJ is the leader in Affiliate Marketing. We take pride in our innovative technology, comprehensive data solutions and our people. We equip our teams with advanced tools, training and career development opportunities all to provide cutting edge solutions, strategies and support to deliver high quality results for our clients. We work in an energetic, results-oriented, collaborative, team environment that recognizes exceptional performance. As we evolve and grow as a business, so do you.
We're a community of creative and passionate problem solvers who go the distance to tackle the tough questions, think outside the box, and drive intelligent growth, for our clients—and ourselves. We foster and embody an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives are sought, relationships are valued, and people feel accepted with a sense of belonging in expressing themselves authentically. We pride ourselves in having a workplace environment that values both work and play. Business Resource Groups, Fun team outings, office events, and flexible time off mean a work life balance with colleagues that turn into lifelong friends.
Conditions of Employment
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of certain background checks which unless prohibited by applicable law may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, drug screens, credit checks, DMV checks (for driving positions only) and fingerprinting.
Great People Deserve Great Benefits
We know that we have some of the brightest and most talented associates in the world, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, expect competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and endless opportunities to advance your career.
Compensation Range: $95,950- $137,865 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 09/21/2025.
Salary : $95,950 - $137,865