Senior Manager, Talent & Culture

NBC Universal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company in the UK seeks an experienced HR Business Partner. This role involves providing HR guidance, supporting employee relations, and advising management on compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills and a proven ability to manage and mentor a team. A degree or equivalent experience is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within a diverse and dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Proven HR business partnership skills are essential.
• Extensive generalist HR experience including employee relations and performance management.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law is required.
• Ability to manage and supervise a team is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to management on employee relations and enforce policies.
• Act as a liaison between management and HR departments.
• Support management with TSAT and employee impact of company decisions.
• Offer advice on workforce planning for future projects.
• Mentor team members and motivate staff to achieve goals.
• Participate in health and safety responsibilities.

Skills

HR business partnership skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

SUMMARY

Partners with assigned client groups to maximize the alignment of human resource capital with the business objectives. Provides guidance in employee relations issues, leadership/staff development and performance management.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides guidance and direction to senior management team of assigned areas on all matters related to employee relations, to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of policies and practices. Ensures legal compliance and understanding of policies and processes. Investigates employee workplace situations including claims of harassment and employee performance issues.
  • 25% of time
• Acts as liaison between management and core HR by supporting programs or communicating information relating to Payroll, Records, Benefits, Talent Development, Compensation, Organizational Development, Talent Acquisition, and Team Member Experience.
  • 25% of time
• Supports the TSAT efforts by assisting management with communication and action planning. Works with management to identify and manage the employee impact of company decisions and changes.
  • 15% of time
• Provides advice and consultation regarding workforce planning for future projects and departmental growth.
  • 15% of time
• Mentors and provides guidance to team members related to their career goals. Motivates staff to accomplish company goals. Builds bench strength within the operational division by identifying recruiting training and development opportunities.
  • 15% of time
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
  • 5% of time
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• HR Manager, Generalist, and Sr Coordinator assigned to unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience

EXPERIENCE

• Proven HR business partnership skills.
• Extensive generalist HR experience including employee relations, performance management, coaching, change management, talent management, attraction and retention.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law.
• Experience working in a matrixed, multinational organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Experience of managing and supervising a team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

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 [e-mail].