NEON, formerly Cityneon, is a global leader in creating and producing immersive experiences. NEON enjoys worldwide partnerships with The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment for Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. and Marvel Avengers Station: Evolution, 20th Century Studios for AVATAR: The Exhibition, Hasbro for Transformers: The Experience, NBCUniversal for Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Lionsgate for The Hunger Games: The Exhibition. It also has a partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment to produce two brand-new, unique global touring-themed art experiences inspired by DC and the Wizarding World, slated to launch in 2023. The Company also partners with the governments of Peru and Egypt for their original artifact IP experiences, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs, respectively, plus authentic artifact tours Pompeii: The Exhibition, Mummies of the World: The Exhibition, Victoria the T. Rex and Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. These partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 60 cities to date globally. For more information, please visit www.neonglobal.com.
The Director of Human Resources is a highly skilled human resource leader with honed technical human resource consulting skills. The incumbent will be the trusted business partner to assigned corporate business entity leaders and will proactively consult with them to drive continued employee engagement and retention. The Director of Human Resources will oversee the following human resource areas: management and employee coaching and consulting; employee relations; training and organization development; change management initiatives; workforce and succession planning; compliance with both all state and federal laws as well as Company policy and procedures; and performance management. The role will oversee human resource operations and daily management of human resource office at ANIMAX. The Director of HR will also be expected to roll up his/her sleeves and work on tactical challenges. This individual must be an advocate for and teacher of our Company culture and values. A positive attitude and passion for excellence, service, and safety are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with ANIMAX leadership and NEON HR to identify business needs and build HR strategies to support those needs. Proactively identify and anticipate HR-related needs of the business entity / unit.
- Proactively partner with management to provide consultation and coaching on matters related to: compensation, employee relations; training and organization development; change management initiatives; workforce and succession planning; and annual performance management initiatives
- Partners with Talent Development to identify employee development areas (competencies/skill sets) and implement succession planning initiatives within assigned business areas. Identify development needs both for individuals and the business area as a whole.
- Provide consultation and coaching to employees on various matters including employee relations, training and development.
- Partners with NEON HR and ANIMAX Leadership to ensure any compensation matters are proactively addressed.
- Provide leadership and developmental opportunities to the ANIMAX HR community.
- Lead and manage all people-related initiatives and functions
- Promote ANIMAX culture and workplace climate
- Ensure everyone has the opportunity to excel in a productive, engaging, and motivating environment
- Oversee all people-related functions, ensuring effectiveness, sound practices, efficiency, compliance, and satisfaction of business needs
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and other leaders to design and develop programs, policies, and compensation practices
- Execute strategic, operational and tactical plans
- Oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution
- Promote the use of an alternative dispute resolution program
- Drive initiatives that consistently promote a positive working environment
- Develop annual financial and capital budgets
- Assist in the development and management of the overall labor budget and management
- Identify internal and external trends which could impact the workplace
- Ensure proper resources are positioned and utilized
- Provide support to Human Resources team and operational leadership on all HR-related matters
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements as well as company guidelines, ethical and social principles.
Basic Qualifications
- BA/BS Degree (Advanced Degree Preferred) Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Communications, or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of HR leadership experience
- Prior experience leading, mentoring, and coaching a high performing team
- Experience working within a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic business environment is preferred
- Demonstrated leadership experience in the HR Business Partner role.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively manage and resolve complex and sensitive human resource issues
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, high energy, excellent follow-up and follow-through skills
- Strong knowledge of Tennessee, Federal and local employment laws
- Ability to resolve conflict in a timely and efficient manner and recommend win-win strategies
- Strong HR systems knowledge (i.e., APS; ADP; applicant tracking system; HR management system)
- Able to maintain confidential and sensitive information
- Proficiency in human resources labor metrics and analytics with an ability to quickly summarize and present data in a meaningful format
- Demonstrated business acumen
- Understanding of human resources compliance, legal, and regulatory issues including a solid understanding of Fair Labor Standards Act and other employment laws (i.e., Wage Orders; Title VII; FMLA; FEHA; and ADA)
- The ability to influence and cultivate change
- Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines
- Proven experience with high-volume hiring
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support our business objectives as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Entertainment Industry experience is a plus
- International work experience is a plus
- PHR or SHRM-CP preferred / SPHR or SHRM-SCP strongly preferred
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ANIMAX IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
NEON (fka Cityneon)
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