VP, HR Operations, SpinCo

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.

The SpinCo organization is looking for a VP, HR Operations to join their team! The VP, HR Operations will shape HR Operations strategy, implement scalable HR processes, and provide expertise on workforce planning, employee engagement, talent management, and organizational development to proactively leverage HR technology. The VP of HR Operations will be an exceptional communicator, leader, and partner, ensuring that the company attracts, retains, and develops top talent in the entertainment industry. This role will report directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), SpinCo.

What you’ll do:

• Demonstrates and maintains knowledge/leadership in HR processes (including but not limited to, Compensation, Total Rewards, Recruiting, Performance, Learning, etc.) to conform to evolving business practices
• Lead HR process reengineering projects, analyzes new opportunities to proactively leverage HCM technology across the organization in an effort to improve business processes
• Communicates complex specifications cross functionally with technical and non-technical resources to implement new HCM solutions that meet business requirements
• Recommends, designs, develops, and implements business processes involving 3rd party technologies that may or may not interact with SAP in order to effectively meet business objectives
• Serves in the capacity of Functional Project Manager, and supports development and maintenance of project scope/objectives through requirements gathering, goal prioritization, planning, scheduling, identification of risks, and contingency plans
• Acts independently and in a team environment to apply strong research skills
• Lead and mentor a team, and coach staff on performance and professional development issues. 
• Manages individual workload and delivers against agreed upon project milestones
• Acts as a liaison between the Technology Department and the Business, specifically HR, Talent and Reward Teams
• Facilitating communications between the various stakeholders and collaborates with internal cross-functional teams to provide technical advice and solutions
• Conducting interviews and performing analysis in order to create Business Cases and/or Business Process models for projects
• Employing tools in Business Process Management group efforts to collect and analyze metrics and continually improve processes owned by the group
• Participates in root cause analysis in order to recommend product and/or process enhancements or other appropriate actions to improve productivity for both the business units and Technology
• Create project plans, including deliverables, activities and timelines
• Direct day-to-day activities of projects and staff in matrixed organization
• Manage all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure from an HR perspective.
• Ensure milestones are successfully met through oversight of project and coordination of resources
• Assess, manage, resolve and escalate (if necessary) risks and issues
• Prepare for system updates, rolling out new features and functionality to optimize performance and usability.
• Identify opportunities for automation and reduction of manual processes.
• Plan for needed resources and funding
• Manage vendor relationships
• Work with Leadership to further develop a strategy to optimize HRIS systems to meet requirements and help drive efficiencies.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Technology, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in business processes and systems development related to HR OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with HCM related, cloud-based technologies.

Desired Characteristics:

• Certifications in HR and/or Project Management preferred
• Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office Products, Project Management software and SAP
• Strong interpersonal skills and team skills, ability to communicate well with individuals, and in group settings, ability to communicate with diverse population and people from various backgrounds
• Understanding of HR Processes and cross functional dependences
• Strong written and verbal communication, ability to prepare reports and make presentations to various groups
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong conflict management skills
• Strong decision making skills and ability to use professional judgment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in performing work duties
• Demonstrates strong project management skills while managing multiple, concurrent projects
• Excellent analytical and time management skills
• Experience with HRIS, Cloud/SAAS implementation and maintenance
• Intermediate to advanced expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must apply to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Englewood Cliffs, NJ a minimum of 3 days/week
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

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 [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to SpinCo in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.