Publicis Media UK appoints chief talent officer

Publicis Media UK has named David Goggin as its new chief talent officer.

Goggin, who has been managing director at software provider Insala for the last five years, will be responsible for the talent investment, development and training for the network’s five agency brands and associated practices, representing over 1,500 employees in the UK.

He will lead a team across three functions – Talent Partners, Recruitment and Learning & Development – as well as the wider HR operation to support Publicis Media’s ongoing growth and transformation.

Goggin will also help to launch new initiatives, including the company’s global talent exchange programmes and Next Generation Board.

Amanda Morrissey, chief executive officer, Publicis Media UK, said: “Talent is our single most important asset so I am thrilled to have somebody of David’s calibre join the team as we build on the important work we have already achieved in transforming our business and culture.

“I want to advance Publicis Media as one of the most dynamic, diverse and development-focused places to work in the UK and David’s leadership will help us to realise these goals.”

Goggin added: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining the leadership team of Publicis Media UK as their new Chief Talent Officer. This is an amazing opportunity for me to be a part of a company that’s placing talent front and centre of its strategy. I can’t wait to help enable the future successes.”