HR Business Partner

As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best- for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way. Overview : The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a strategic and operational partner supporting both day-to-day HR needs and longer-term organizational initiatives to Rise, Quad's full-service omni-channel media agency. Rise delivers data-driven marketing solutions for brands, combining speed, precision, and integrity in all we do. This role will focus on talent management, employee relations, performance and development, and workforce planning, while driving HR initiatives that strengthen the agency's culture, support business goals, and enable high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities : Partner with Rise leadership to manage staffing, onboarding / offboarding, performance management, and employee relations. Provide guidance and support on HR policies, compliance, and workforce planning. Lead and implement HR initiatives and projects that align with agency goals. Analyze HR metrics, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve performance, engagement, and retention. Collaborate with other HRBPs to ensure consistent support across the agency and shared coverage of responsibilities. Support employee development, recognition, and engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, addressing complex HR challenges with discretion and professionalism. Track HR metrics, assist with reporting, and provide analysis to inform HR decisions. Contribute to culture-building, engagement, and recognition initiatives within the agency. Qualifications : 3-5 years of HR experience, with a strong preference for prior HRBP experience. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate complex HR issues. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work on-site in Chicago and collaborate in person with agency leadership and employees. Employees can be expected to be paid an annualized salary range of $68,000-$90,000, based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions. We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more. Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.