Lead, HR Operations - Talent - job 1 of 2

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 (VERSANT) 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. VERSANT will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. Although you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job will transition to VERSANT in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you’ll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape. 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.

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Versant is looking for a Lead, HR Operations, Talent to join their team! The Lead, HR Operations, Talent will oversee and evolve our Recruiting, Onboarding, and Talent Development programs. This role will play a key part in building and operationalizing our talent function, ensuring that we attract, integrate, and grow top-tier talent across the organization. You’ll partner closely with business leaders, hiring managers, and HR colleagues to implement processes that are scalable, inclusive, and aligned with our creative culture.

Responsibilities:

Recruiting

• Develop and lead full-cycle recruitment operations to attract top talent across creative, corporate, and technical roles.
• Build and manage scalable processes and tools to support high-volume and strategic hiring.
• Partner with business leaders to anticipate workforce needs and develop proactive sourcing strategies.
• Cultivate a strong employer brand through strategic partnerships, campaigns, and candidate experience initiatives.

Onboarding

• Design and implement an exceptional onboarding experience that fosters early connection, culture assimilation, and role clarity.
• Standardize onboarding processes across departments, while allowing for functional flexibility.
• Monitor and continuously improve onboarding metrics, including time-to-productivity and new hire satisfaction.

Talent Development

• Launch and lead talent development programs including performance management, learning & development, and career pathing.
• Partner with leaders and HRBPs to identify skills gaps, succession plans, and high-potential talent.
• Drive continuous feedback culture through engagement surveys, check-ins, and career development conversations.

What you’ll need:

• 7+ years of experience in HR, with a strong track record in recruiting, onboarding, and talent development; media or entertainment industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to scale HR operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance strategic planning and hands-on execution.
• Deep understanding of inclusive hiring practices and employee engagement principles.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in HR systems (e.g., SAP, etc.) and data-driven decision making.

Desired Characteristics:

• Builder’s Mindset: You thrive in a “build-from-scratch” environment and enjoy creating efficient, people-centered systems.
• Strategic and Tactical: You think long-term while also diving into day-to-day execution with energy and precision.
• Creative Culture Fluency: You understand and appreciate the unique rhythms of creative organizations—balancing structure with flexibility.
• Inclusive and People-Centric: You lead with empathy and are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Data-Informed: You use data to inform decisions but stay human-centered in your approach.
• Collaborative Leader: You build trust quickly and partner effectively across levels and functions.
• Change Agent: You embrace ambiguity, drive continuous improvement, and help others adapt to change.
• Communicative & Clear: You are a strong communicator who can distill complex ideas into actionable steps and inspire confidence across the organization.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Englewood Cliffs, NJ 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. Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000 (bonus eligible).

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 Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.