Prutha Rao has taken on the role of Associate Director – Talent Acquisition at Publicis Groupe, further strengthening their recruitment capabilities. In this position, Prutha will play a key role in hiring top talent for the company’s various creative and advertising functions, including copywriting, account management, art direction, and brand strategy. With her deep knowledge of the industry and recruitment strategies, Prutha is set to drive significant impact in the organization.
Before joining Publicis Groupe, Prutha held the position of Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition at dentsu India, where she gained valuable experience over almost six years. She was responsible for recruiting across multiple divisions within the company, making a substantial contribution to dentsu’s talent acquisition efforts. Her career at dentsu also saw her rise through the ranks, holding titles like Manager and Associate Manager of Talent Acquisition.
Prutha’s earlier career highlights include her time at BNP Paribas, where she worked as a Human Resource Associate, gaining experience in HR operations and talent acquisition. Her foundation in HR began with internships at companies such as Croma (A Tata Enterprise) and MarketVistas Consumer Insights, where she further honed her skills in human resources and marketing research.
With her academic background in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Mumbai, Prutha is well-equipped to excel in her new role at Publicis Groupe, where she will continue to connect talented professionals with exciting career opportunities in the advertising industry.