Job description
Who We Are:
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.
Job Description: HR Manager – 160over90 and IMG Licensing
Job Title: HR Manager
Manager: Sr HR Manager
Location: London
Agency Overview:
160over90 is a full-service cultural marketing agency. An integrated part of the Endeavor network, which includes entertainment agency WME and sports, fashion and events leader IMG, 160over90’s cultural insight, access and influence helps brands stay connected to what their consumers care about most. With offices in seven countries around the world, 160over90’s expertise spans experiential, creative, public relations, digital, social, impact, influence, higher education and more.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.
The Role:
This Manager of Human Resources role contributes to the overall success of 160over90 and IMG Licensing 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.
This person 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 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, ad-hoc recruitment, and the implementation of programs & initiatives for assigned client groups.
Responsibilities:
- Provide HR business partner support for 160over90 and IMG Licensing employees in EMEA offices.
- Effectively coordinate with HR and business leadership to ensure efficient use of resources and promote synchronization within and across teams; maximize productivity at the individual, team, and division levels.
- Partner with HR Operations and Learning & Organizational Development teams to design and facilitate employee onboarding to ensure new hires are set up for success.
- 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.
- In close partnership with centers of excellence, ensure compliance with all local laws and regulations, including health and safety regulations, anti-harassment and non-discrimination policies, and employee conduct guidelines.
- Support efforts for 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 regulations 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.
- Work with HR Operations team to compile and process new hire paperwork, employee data changes, merit increases / salary adjustments and employee terminations leveraging Workday.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management, or related field required.
- 3+ 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 advertising, marketing, entertainment, 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 UK. Familiarity with employment regulations in other European countries a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
- Previous experience using Workday or similar HRIS systems preferred.
Competencies:
- 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.
- Must demonstrate experience in executing and delivering original, progressive strategy aligned to the needs of the business.
- 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.
- Exceptional time management skills coupled with the ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a team environment.
Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
Endeavor Operating Company, LLC
www.endeavorco.com
Beverly Hills, United States
Ariel Emanuel
Unknown / Non-Applicable
5001 to 10000 Employees
Company - Public
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