Senior Manager, HR Business Partner

Who We Are:

WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, The CW, Sony India and Netflix. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to all premium live events, a variety of original programming and a massive video-on-demand library. Netflix is the exclusive home for WWE programming around the world, other than select international markets. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.

The Senior Manager, HR Business Partner [HRBP] will act as a trusted partner to the Human Resources team as well as defined business leaders on key aspects of the Human Resources function including employee relations, performance management, organizational development, employee engagement and the implementation of programs & initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Function as a trusted adviser and thought partner to business leaders to drive an accountable, performance-based, and purpose-driven culture.

• Provide proactive advisory support to Managers and employees on company policies and procedures.

• Develop the most effective organizational design to support the critical strategies of the business aligned with business goals.

• Provide guidance, and support on all HR matters.

• Advise on organizational design and strategic planning.

• Understand the business unit's financial position, mid-range plans, culture, and competition.

• Drive talent management initiatives, including talent assessment, succession planning, and leadership development.

• Lead annual review process focusing on performance management and talent development.

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, providing guidance and assistance in performance improvement.

• Partner with Legal team on Privileged and Confidential matters.

• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

• Provide support for compensation matters, including salary planning, approval of salary actions, promotions and job re-leveling.

• Work closely with the HR Operations team daily to ensure all administrative requests are delivered timely.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies.

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees.

• Analyze trends and metrics to identify solutions, programs, and policies.

• Interpret people metrics to identify trends and provide insights that shape HR strategy and talent management.

• Partner with VP, HRBP to coach, develop, and manage an HR Advisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with preferred experience within corporate HR function.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and entrepreneurial mindset.

• In-depth knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.

• Proven ability to manage HR systems and technology, and an understanding of HR metrics and data analysis.

• Experience in implementing employee engagement and organizational design programs.

• Experience of working in media, entertainment, events & or sports company, a plus

• Occasional travel may be required.

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