Position Summary:
This Manager of Human Resources role contributes to the overall success of the Beverly Hills office and related organizations by recognizing business priorities and proactively collaborating with company leaders to identify, develop, and drive HR strategies that meet the needs of the business and its employees.
The Manager will act as a trusted and empowered HR partner to influence stakeholders, advise business leaders on employee relations, best practices, compensation, and benefits, while also advocating for employees and cultivating an inclusive and transparent workplace. This person will promote change and foster productive and positive cross-functional relationships in all parts of the company.
The Manager is responsible for key aspects of the HR function including administration, inter-departmental coordination, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, recruitment, and the implementation of programs & initiatives for assigned client groups.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- In partnership with HR leadership, advise the leadership team on all matters related to HR strategy, personnel efficacy, internal growth, talent attraction, onboarding and retention, and employee direction.
- Proactively diagnose inter-departmental challenges, develop practical employee-driven strategies and solutions, and coordinate with management to ensure effective implementation.
- Coordinate with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs, prospective openings, and position requirements; forecast changes in staffing, plan recruiting strategies in advance, and maintain movement in the talent pipeline to maximize long-term productivity.
- Effectively coordinate with leadership to ensure efficient use of human and material resources and promote synchronization within and across teams; maximize productivity at the individual, team, and division levels.
- In close partnership with centers of excellence, ensure compliance with, all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including health and safety regulations, anti-harassment and non-discrimination policies, and employee conduct guidelines.
- Focusing on talent recruitment, retention, training, and professional growth.
- Champion the organization’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, with a focus on attracting diverse talent.
- Coach and counsel management and employees in areas of employee relations, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, and disciplinary measures.
- Thoroughly investigate any potential issues, discrimination, harassment, or any other employee relations complaints or disputes; effectively present findings to the appropriate parties.
- Proactively identify and implement procedures that promote employee performance and job satisfaction. Ensure fair and consistent application of company policy and regulation while promoting positive employee morale.
- Guide assigned client groups through semi-annual performance review process and coordinate with senior management and finance counterparts to execute merit planning.
- Compile and process new hire paperwork, employee data changes, merit increases / salary adjustments and employee terminations leveraging Workday.
Qualifications, Skills and Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management, or related field required; relevant Master’s degree preferred.
- HR certifications a plus, including but not limited to PHR, SHRM–CP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, APTD, or CPLP.
- Minimum of 5 – 7 years of Human Resources experience with a focus on strategic business partnership, employee relations, and organizational development. Recruitment experience a plus.
- Previous experience as HR Business Partner supporting companies within the entertainment, sports, fashion, or media industry highly desired.
- Must possess a strong working knowledge and understanding of all applicable employment/human resources laws, rules, codes, and regulations with the U.S.
- Knowledge of global HR statutory practices and HR operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
- Previous experience using Workday or similar HRIS systems preferred.
Competencies:
- Must demonstrate experience in executing and delivering original, progressive strategy aligned to the needs of the business.
- Possess a strong desire to innovate; able to think creatively; generate out-of-the-box ideas to circumvent barriers to growth and streamline processes.
- Ability to identify potential conflicts within and across employee teams and address them proactively.
- Experience and high degree of comfort dealing with employees at all levels and of all personality types.
- Ability to plan, communicate, monitor, prioritize, and delegate assignments when appropriate; set challenging and realistic expectations and deliver pointed feedback that propagates personal growth.
- Must be self-motivated/self-starter with the ability to multitask successfully and operate within budgetary and timeline constraints; highly detail oriented and organized, with the ability utilize sound judgement to make quick decisions under pressure.
- Exceptional time management skills coupled with the ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a team environment.
- Wonderfully charismatic and articulate; speaks clearly and persuasively; responds well to questions; has strong group presentation skills; writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read, interpret and critically analyze written and quantitative information; able to write and deliver speeches using original and innovative techniques; etc.
WME (William Morris Endeavor)
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