Manager, Human Resources

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.

• Provide HR business partner support for 160over90 and IMG Licensing employees in EMEA offices.
• Effectively coordinate with HR and business leadership to ensure efficient use of resources and promote synchronization within and across teams; maximize productivity at the individual, team, and division levels.
• Partner with HR Operations and Learning & Organizational Development teams to design and facilitate employee onboarding to ensure new hires are set up for success.
• Proactively diagnose inter-departmental challenges, develop practical employee-driven strategies and solutions, and coordinate with management to ensure effective implementation.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs, prospective openings, and position requirements; forecast changes in staffing, plan recruiting strategies in advance, and maintain movement in the talent pipeline to maximize long-term productivity.
• In close partnership with centers of excellence, ensure compliance with all local laws and regulations, including health and safety regulations, anti-harassment and non-discrimination policies, and employee conduct guidelines.
• Support efforts for talent recruitment, retention, training, and professional growth.
• Champion the organization’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, with a focus on attracting diverse talent.
• Coach and counsel management and employees in areas of employee relations, conflict resolution, performance appraisals, and disciplinary measures.
• Thoroughly investigate any potential issues, discrimination, harassment, or any other employee relations complaints or disputes; effectively present findings to the appropriate parties.
• Proactively identify and implement procedures that promote employee performance and job satisfaction. Ensure fair and consistent application of company policy and regulations while promoting positive employee morale.
• Guide assigned client groups through semi-annual performance review process and coordinate with senior management and finance counterparts to execute merit planning.
• Work with HR Operations team to compile and process new hire paperwork, employee data changes, merit increases / salary adjustments and employee terminations leveraging Workday.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Management, or related field required.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience with a focus on strategic business partnership, employee relations, and organizational development. Recruitment experience a plus.
• Previous experience as HR Business Partner supporting companies within the advertising, marketing, entertainment, or media industry highly desired.
• Must possess a strong working knowledge and understanding of all applicable employment/human resources laws, rules, codes, and regulations with the UK. Familiarity with employment regulations in other European countries a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
• Previous experience using Workday or similar HRIS systems preferred.

• Must be self-motivated/self-starter with the ability to multitask successfully and operate within budgetary and timeline constraints; highly detail oriented and organized, with the ability utilize sound judgement to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Must demonstrate experience in executing and delivering original, progressive strategy aligned to the needs of the business.
• Ability to identify potential conflicts within and across employee teams and address them proactively.
• Experience and high degree of comfort dealing with employees at all levels and of all personality types.
• Exceptional time management skills coupled with the ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a team environment.