Universal Studios Hollywood · 5 hours ago
Manager, Human Resources
Universal City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expUniversal Studios Hollywood is part of NBCUniversal, a leading media and entertainment company. The HR Manager will serve as a strategic partner focused on enhancing the employee experience, driving business success, and collaborating with leadership on organizational effectiveness and change initiatives.
Location Based ServicesMusic
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing counsel on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee engagement, and change management
Lead and advise on complex employee relations issues and policy violations, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant practices
Partner with leadership to design and implement action plans that address performance, culture, and operational challenges; use data and insights to proactively identify and solve issues
Drive key HR processes for assigned client groups, including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, compensation, and career development planning
Promote a growth mindset culture by coaching leaders on engaging, developing, and retaining talent. Provide guidance and tools to build individual and team capability
Lead initiatives to strengthen the leadership pipeline and build bench strength, including mentoring, career-pathing, and tailored development opportunities
Manage and deliver HR projects and programs end-to-end, ensuring they align with organizational goals, achieve measurable outcomes, and are executed on time
Partner cross-functionally with Labor Relations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and other HR teams to deliver integrated and impactful solutions
Foster a positive employee experience by maintaining visibility in the workplace, engaging with employees directly, and addressing concerns early
Support leaders and employees in navigating change, ensuring alignment, adoption, and sustained results
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable)
Use HR systems and workforce data to identify trends, inform decisions, and maintain data integrity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business management, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
5+ years of progressive HR experience with demonstrated expertise in employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness
3+ years of experience leading or developing HR professionals and/or project teams
Proven track record of designing and executing action plans, managing projects from concept through evaluation
Exceptional consulting skills with the ability to influence leaders, challenge assumptions, and provide innovative, practical solutions
Demonstrated success as a strategic partner to business leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Solid project management, facilitation, and change leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
Proficiency in HR systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite
Growth mindset with a passion for developing others and driving continuous improvement
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as business needs require
Preferred
Advanced degree in HR Management, Organizational Development, or related field
Experience in union/represented environments and in industries such as retail, hospitality, or entertainment
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid leave
Tuition reimbursement
A variety of other discounts and perks
Company
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is a film studio and theme park in the Universal City community of the San Fernando Valley.
Founded in 2002Universal City, California, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stacey Quinealty
Creative Director, Audio and Video Design
Recent News
2025-12-05
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