Hr Manager (Ftc)

Buscojobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

12 month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

ROLE PURPOSE

The HR Manager works across both Production and Corporate environments. Supporting our growing TV, Film & Theatre Production businesses in Australia and New Zealand, the HR Manager is responsible for providing HR leadership, advice, and coaching to production leadership teams and contracted cast and crew members.

The HR Manager also provides support to corporate employees of Matchbox Pictures and Tony Ayres Productions and is responsible for managing the employee lifecycle, systems management, monthly payroll, NBCU HR Projects, and employee engagement / training.

Reporting to the HR Director, Matchbox Pictures, you will drive HR strategies designed to ensure best in class employee and contractor experiences, embedding company policy and practice whilst managing situations as they arise.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys complex, dynamic, and fast-paced creative environments, where you frequently need to adapt your style and deliverables on a regular basis. The Production environment is creative and time-sensitive; people will look to you to provide expert advice, proactive solutions, and strong partnering on all aspects of employment or contract / freelance engagements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Relations

• Confident partner and problem solver with the ability to respond quickly and calmly to situations.
• Build confidence with Production leaders and become partner to Unit Production Managers, Line Producers, Producers, and HOD’s.
• Provide daily HR support to all ANZ Matchbox TV employees, NBCU film Productions, and live theatre shows including heavy employee relations, training and development, compensation, staffing and recruitment, work eligibility / visa support, performance management, ad hoc reporting, and compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Partner with Employment Law and other internal HR partners to resolve situations proactively and sensitive to the time pressure.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and case reporting as required.

Best Engagement Experience

• Create an environment of positive employee relations by respecting confidentiality, establishing trust and credibility, being seen by employees as approachable and fair, and balancing business needs with employee needs.
• Attending and be visible on Productions as and when required.
• Be a leader for Respect in The Workplace training and policy, ensuring everyone attends training and compliance is upheld across all productions.
• Creating and executing HR strategies designed to enhance the engagement experience for the crew populations, particularly in driving wellbeing strategies.
• Working with the HR Director to deliver agreed strategies to create inclusive production environments.
• Lead and assist in the co-ordination and roll out of compliance training.

Learning & Development

• Provide coaching to employees & HOD’s, offering feedback and advice on issues in a proactive and compassionate manner.
• Be a brand ambassador for the development offerings and ensure Managers are fully aware of the opportunities and the overall curriculum.
• Be passionate about driving key HR initiatives forward for all client groups.
• Identifying opportunities for future talent and supporting the business in planning development.

Other

• Manage the employee lifecycle for corporate employees, making those processes engaging and relevant.
• Manage monthly payroll submissions for the corporate employees.
• Maintain expertise in HR systems (SAP, MyHR, datacom), processes, and security to enable accurate submissions and reporting.
• Onboard, separate, and update employees in all applicable HR systems, as required.
• Collaborate with our global production HR teams in the US and UK, stepping in to help as required e.g. investigations etc.
• Special projects as required.

Qualifications

SKILLS / QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• You will be an experienced HR Business Partner able to quickly build trusted relationships, within a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal / organisational & critical thinking skills.
• Ability to influence and manage conflict.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, working within a matrix organisation collaborating with internal departments and managing external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and resourceful and able to juggle multiple priorities with success.
• You have an in-depth knowledge of employment law and experience of managing complex cases with success.
• You will have experience in creating and executing HR strategies along with managing tactical priorities.
• You must be able to work independently in a fast-paced creative environment and meet tight deadlines.
• You will be able to engage, influence and develop strong relationships within a creative production environment.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
• Multi-tasking is crucial for this role- you will be someone that is solutions-focused and able to deliver on potentially complex matters in a timely and efficient way. You’ll consider attention to detail one of your strengths, working with a methodical approach, prioritising your workload and have great organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate across all levels and flex your style in various scenarios.
• You’re able to really demonstrate the ‘human’ in human resources, understanding your groups and identifying creative ways in which to engage them in all people-related activity.
• We want to see your passion, particularly for entertainment.

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and / or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [emailprotected] .