About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a HR Advisor do at WPP Production?  

The HR Advisor to provides expert employee relations guidance and leads on projects to support to the UK WPP Production team. This is a unique role that will allow the right candidate to support a variety of functions and responsibilities, acting as a critical support to the HR Business Partners in navigating complex HR challenges impacting our employees and business.  

You will proactively deliver proactive, pragmatic, creative and business focused HR advice and solutions across WPP Production, building and developing strong, influential relationships with managers and staff at all levels. You will act as a trusted advisor, provide support and sharing best practices a range of HR matters and driving people initiatives throughout the business.  

This role reports to a HR Business Partner and works closely with the HR Business Partners and HR Coordinators, often guiding the latter, in supporting the wider WPP Production population in the UK. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Proactively build and maintain effective working relationships with line managers, business leaders and other key stakeholders.    

• Advise, guide and coach both employees and managers on complex employee relations and employee life cycle matters ensure that all issues are dealt with in good time, sensitively and appropriately. 

• Support and guide line managers, building their competence and confidence to enable them to effectively manage their teams and the business. 

• Work in partnership with the HR Business Partner and operational management teams to proactively identify opportunities to implement people initiatives that support performance improvement in line with business needs. 

• Remain up to date with HR best practice both generally and in relevant business sectors. 

• Supporting the wider HR Team in the review of existing people policies and processes (including taking account of new and upcoming employment legislation), and supporting the roll out of new initiatives to ensure line managers are fully supported and able to effectively manage their teams. 

• Support the development and roll out of HR projects across your internal client groups to support the wider HR agenda. 

• Provide support when required to the broader HR team, specifically on project work whether local or global. 

• Guide and support the HR Coordinator with ensuring all employee data within the HRIS is accurate.  

Requirements

We are looking for someone with established generalist HR experience gained within a fast paced, matrixed environment.  You will possess a proven track record of adaptability, resilience, and effectively managing a diverse workload.  

Key attributes and competencies we’re looking for include: 

• Strong generalist employee relations knowledge with practical experience in managing cases to resolution, including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and redundancy processes. 

• Consistent ability to build, influence and maintain effective working relationships with line managers, business leaders and other key stakeholders within your internal client groups.    

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, tactfully challenge, and collaborate effectively to achieve solutions. 

• Proven ability to evaluate situations, think critically and laterally, anticipate potential issues, and define appropriate responses. 

• A proactive completer-finisher who thrives in a fast-paced environment, independently prioritises, and enjoys a broad and varied workload  

• Demonstrates strong personal integrity, self-confidence, and consistently displays respect, empathy, and honesty.  

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Why work here: 
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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