Generalist, Human Resources

Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. 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.

Job Description

Role Summary:

NBC Sports connects people to their sports passions through compelling content, innovative technology and immersive experiences with premier live events, insightful studio shows, and compelling original programming.  If you’re interested in joining a fast-paced environment where you can leave a positive impact on the people that make this content come to life, this job opportunity is a unique one you will want to learn more about.  We are adding an HR Generalist to our Sports Division in Stamford, CT, equally contributing as a business partner and transactional project manager supporting initiatives for our teams.  The successful individual will be organized, accurate, and results-oriented, demonstrating an ability to navigate various systems while also building meaningful relationships across various teams.  The HR Generalist will have a primary focus around the Olympic Games, while serving as an HR business partner for various teams in partnership with Sports HR Leadership.

Responsibilities:

• The HR Generalist will support the full range of Human Resources responsibilities, with guidance from HR Leadership, including:
  • HR Operations: Will need to become an expert in managing our various systems, including our internal Sports Crewing system (SCORE), SAP, Timekeeper, etc.  Will be a key partner in driving hiring actions to onboard over 2000 employees supporting the Games. 
  • Staffing/Talent Acquisition:  Support the recruitment process from building inclusive job descriptions, interviewing, hiring to then facilitating the on-boarding process for new hires
  • Performance Management & Talent Development: Work with leaders to establish an environment where employees can create and grow meaningful careers, identify opportunities for training and growth, acquire new skills, and advance. 
  • Organizational Development: Support and facilitate all phases of organizational changes including processing transactions in HR systems such as promotions, hires, terms, and org changes. 
  • Positive Employee Relations: Work with department leaders, and staff to establish and maintain a positive work environment which encourages the full use of talent and abilities.  Coach and counsel our employees and managers to resolve any concerns in a proactive, fair, and equitable manner.  Take initiative to spend time interfacing directly with employees to establish trust and credibility.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Liaise with our partners across various functions from HR (Benefits, HR Operations, Compensation, etc.) to Finance, Payroll, Legal, Operations, etc., to manage and resolve employee inquiries.
  • International Sensibility: Partner with Immigration, Legal, and vendor partners to administer visas for individuals traveling in support of various international sporting events including Features/Profile Shoots & Remote Events.
  • Adaptability, Flexibility, and Curiosity: Supporting any other special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development or Related Fields of Study
• 3 years relevant HR Experience
• Proficient with Office & Windows programs, and HRIS systems
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills with a results-oriented approach; comfortable handling multiple tasks and competing priorities  

Desired Characteristics:

• Previous experience working in a highly matrixed organization a plus
• Project and process management skills, demonstrated track record of delivering results
• Experience supporting a global workforce including visa management & immigration
• Outstanding employee relations skillset, including working in both non-union and union environments
• Proven ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment; must demonstrate a sense of urgency
• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations related to the Human Resource function (ADA, FMLA, FLSA, etc.)
• Expresses a genuine curiosity in the business
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Solid client-support orientation, and the ability to work effectively with professionalism at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated coaching/mentoring skills; results orientation; comfortable handling multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Previous experience in media or entertainment industry

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Additional Information

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].