Director, People & Culture

Warner Bros. Discovery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 126,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a Director of People & Culture to support their Global Technology team. The role involves strategic partnership with senior leadership, focusing on employee-related matters and fostering an inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, reflecting the company's commitment to employee growth and satisfaction.

Benefits

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience leading HR business partner teams.
• Experience supporting global client groups within tech or media.

Responsibilities

• Execute the people strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and develop HR Business Partners and Associates.
• Foster an inclusive, open, and honest culture.

Skills

Analytical

Collaborative

Innovative

Results-oriented

Respectful

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms, and the dreamers creating what’s next.

From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers across the globe, WBD offers career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best self. Here you are supported, celebrated, and can thrive.

Your New Role

The Director, People & Culture Partner is a key position within Warner Bros. Discovery’s People and Culture team. The role and its direct reports will support the Content & Advertising Platforms teams under the Global Technology pillar within the Streaming organization. The Director will partner with senior leadership to provide solutions to employee-related matters, balancing being a strategic business partner and employee champion. The position will challenge the status quo and develop initiatives to ensure Warner Bros. Discovery remains an employer of choice.

The Director should be a self-starter capable of thinking strategically and executing tactically across a range of People & Culture initiatives. The role will serve as the primary partner to the EVP of Content, Streaming & Advertising, his leadership team, and will liaise with the broader HR community at Warner Bros. Discovery. Candidates should be innovative, solution-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and able to engage across levels, locations, and disciplines. The role requires energy, enthusiasm, and sound strategy in a fast-paced tech environment.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Understand top business priorities and execute the people strategy aligned with business goals, refining objectives through the lens of People & Culture and talent management.
• Lead and develop HR Business Partners and Associates to support their growth and support needs.
• Support Employee Relations and execute annual People & Culture processes.
• Identify organizational design opportunities and lead change initiatives.
• Support leaders in career development, staffing, ethics, and performance management.
• Foster an inclusive, open, and honest culture, championing organizational values and diversity.
• Coach leaders to proactively manage teams and resolve grievances.
• Identify skills gaps and implement up-skilling initiatives.
• Support culture and leadership enablement efforts.
• Attend business meetings to stay aligned with needs and communicate People & Culture initiatives.
• Use data to identify trends and inform strategies.
• Develop relationships with People & Culture leaders, COEs, and business leaders to address organizational health challenges.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience leading HR business partner teams.
• Experience supporting global client groups within tech or media organizations preferred.
• Proven conflict resolution and organizational management skills in a matrixed environment.
• Innovative, respectful, and able to challenge peers constructively.
• High executive presence and influential communication skills.
• Ability to apply HR knowledge to complex business challenges.
• Results-oriented with the ability to support and execute in a dynamic environment.
• Adaptability to a changing business landscape.
• Background in HRBP, OD, talent strategy, HR COEs, or related areas.

Current WBD employees will be given preferential consideration.

How We Get Things Done

Our guiding principles are central to our operations. Find out more at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/. We look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

We embrace building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, and other protected categories.

If you require accommodations during the application process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions.

In accordance with local law, we disclose the salary range: $126,350 - $234,650 annually. Actual salaries depend on various factors. Compensation includes salary, bonuses, incentives, and benefits such as health insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Applicants with criminal records will be considered in line with applicable laws.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Entertainment Providers