Vice President, Talent & Culture – New Ventures

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a highly visible and strategic opportunity for an accomplished Talent & Culture (Human Resources) leader to shape and deliver the global Talent & Culture strategy for the New Ventures division of Universal Destinations & Experiences.

The Vice President Talent & Culture New Ventures will be a trusted advisor and partner to the President New Ventures and the New Ventures leadership team providing guidance across the lifecycle of new business concepts and experiences from feasibility to post-opening operations.

This role will lead due diligence and feasibility analysis from a Talent & Culture perspective; design and deliver talent strategies for new sites (including Universal Horror Unleashed (UHU) Universal Kids Resort (UKR) etc.) location-based entertainment experiences (LBE) and the central New Ventures team; oversee talent management for licensed operations; and oversee Talent & Culture leadership for New Ventures sites once operational.

The VP will also drive organizational design talent acquisition and engagement strategies talent-related technology talent development succession planning inclusion initiatives and leadership coaching across the division. This position reports to the SVP Talent & Culture Corporate Functions & Initiatives.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the President New Ventures and the New Ventures leadership team to provide strategic Talent & Culture partnership and enablement.
• Lead due diligence and feasibility analysis on new concepts and sites through a Talent & Culture lens including workforce modeling and availability organizational design talent investment forecasting labor strategies leadership capability and talent-related technology.
• Partner with Legal Government Relations Real Estate Development and Corp Communications teams to foster relationships with external stakeholders interact with local government and community leaders and identify negotiate manage and track talent-related financial and tax incentives.
• Design and implement comprehensive talent strategies for New Ventures (UHU UKR UUKR LBE and others).
• Collaborate with UDX global and regional Talent & Culture leaders and NBCUniversal HR teams (Total Rewards Talent & Organizational Development Talent (HR) Operations Legal etc.) to deliver world-class talent solutions; develop metrics and predictive analytics to inform decision-making; and ensure efficient integration of talent-related policies programs and technology.
• Champion culture and role model brand ambassadorship in new markets with new teams and throughout the operation of new ventures.
• Partner with Corp Communications and Talent & Organizational Development to create and promote employer brand identity talent acquisition and early career strategies programs and partnerships.
• Oversee Talent & Culture leadership for New Ventures sites post-opening including team member acquisition and on-boarding engagement employee relations organizational effectiveness inclusion total rewards compliance and talent and performance management.
• Oversee talent management for licensed operations and ensure alignment with UDXs purpose culture and standards.
• Coach and mentor the New Ventures Talent & Culture team; driving organizational effectiveness culture-building and high performance.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Graduate degree in Human Resources MBA or related field and/or SPHR/SHRM certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 15 years of professional HR experience including prior experience in senior-level Talent & Culture (HR) leadership roles.
• Experience supporting global businesses including new market entries start-ups or large-scale expansions.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to lead complex multi-stakeholder initiatives to successful completion.
• Demonstrated success in organizational design succession planning leadership development talent-related technology and employee relations.
• Experience managing or advising on licensed operations and/or joint ventures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Willingness to travel (domestic and international) approximately 50%.
• Ability to operate effectively across cultures time zones and geographies.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours when required to support global operations.
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to translate business priorities into executable talent strategies.
• Strong business acumen and executive presence with the ability to establish credibility and influence diplomatically across complex and matrixed environments.
• Inclusive leader who champions belonging and cultural literacy.
• Highly adaptable with a growth mindset; thrives in ambiguity and dynamic fast-paced environments.
• Skilled in facilitation change management conflict resolution and executive coaching.
• Passionate about innovation talent-related technology and creating experiences that empower and inspire team members worldwide.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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