HR Manager

CompanyNBCUniversal

LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/6/2026

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Human resource managers and directors

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£52,900 (£27.13 per hour)

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Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

Role Overview

The HR Manager is a true business partner to the NBCUniversal businesses. This role drives the local HR agenda with both a people centric and commercial mind-set, aimed at driving the business forward. All aspects of the employee life cycle are touched upon and the best employee experience is pursued. The incumbent will interpret and provide input against needs to identify, plan and deliver critical initiatives to align with regional strategies. To be successful in the role it is essential to establish strong and trusted partnerships with business leaders, HR leaders and centralized specialist functions.

This role will support both our International TV Distribution (headquartered in the UK) and Home Entertainment teams and leadership. While based in the UK, these business units are aligned with the Filmed Entertainment Group headquarters in Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities

HR Programs and Business partnering

Be an effective Business Partner for both TVD and UK UPHE Leaders, acting as a sounding board and change agent to drive and implement the desired behavioural and organizational changes

dvise during annual budget cycle on overhead impact (i.e. costs for HC, recruitment, promotions, market adjustments, consultancy fees etc.)

Responsible for HR projects, programs and initiatives across TVD and UK UPHE businesses and ensure compliance as well as deliver quick solutions to fit local needs

Provide expertise, with the ability to act strategically and operationally across all HR functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, reward, employee engagement and organizational design and change

Talent Management & Acquisition

Lead local talent management programs including the Talent Review and Performance feedback process, by coaching managers, providing advice and support whilst contributing to building a culture of continuous development and feedback
Responsible for end-to-end sourcing of the best talent and creating a talent pipeline; driving and supporting the recruiting, testing, and interviewing programs in cooperation with the internal Talent Team
Work with managers to maintain organizational structures by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions

Compensation and Benefits

Implement C&B initiatives and lead the implementation of the annual salary review process in line with guidelines and in connection with performance

Learning & Development

Analyse training needs against business strategy and employee skill gaps, playing a proactive role in defining and ensuring the delivery of training initiatives

Actively support talent development and employee engagement projects, ensuring the completion of the Annual Talent review process
Actively support and guide on wellbeing initiatives and projects
Work with local DEI leadership team to ensure DEI is embedded into the business culture and provide guidance on HR related initiatives

Employee Relations & Policies

Support a culture of trust, promoting open & honest communication. Train and coach managers and employees on best practices and adhering to company values
Be a trusted partner for managers and employees in addressing and handling ‘difficult conversations’ and mediate where appropriate to achieve mutual understanding and an enjoyable work environment

Be proactive and anticipate change, providing critical and timely input about consequences and implications of local law to all internal stakeholders

Support and train managers to coach their team and take disciplinary actions if needed; hearing and resolving employee grievances; counselling employees and supervisors

Conduct investigations, be responsible for maintaining records and representing the organization at hearings if and where needed

HR Transactional Activities

Oversee a flawless execution of payroll and HR administration activities

Qualifications

About You

Substantive HR experience with demonstrable business partnering capacity within the UK
Business-savvy and credible partner
A ‘can do’ mentality that can shift from acting hands-on to strategic thinking
Ability to navigate through a complex, matrix business and provide the appropriate partnership, support and coaching to local stakeholders
Demonstrable ability to understand and promote the linkage between business and operational priorities and HR activities

Outstanding influencing skills with the ability to identify and translate key priorities

Excellent relationship building and communication skills, able to adapt between the cultural nuances of areas/businesses

Ability to deal tactfully and confidentially with internal and external customers and be a trusted source

Forward thinking with passion and creativity, not afraid to challenge the status quo

Strong knowledge of current employment laws and regulations

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.