HR Manager, Production in London

Company 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.

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.

ABOUT US / BUSINESS BOILER PLATES, VALUES / OVERVIEW

Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group, delivers award-winning content to millions across the globe. Based in London, the business' in-house production labels include Carnival Films, creator of worldwide phenomenon "Downton Abbey" and hit drama "The Last Kingdom"; Monkey Kingdom, producer of BAFTA-winning "Made in Chelsea", "The Real Housewives of Cheshire" and "Don't Hate the Playaz"; Australian-based Matchbox Pictures, producer of critically acclaimed series "The Real Housewives of Melbourne", "Safe Harbour", "Stateless" and "Clickbait"; Working Title Television, producer of "Tales of the City", BAFTA-winning "We Are Lady Parts" and hit series "Everything I Know About Love"; and Heyday Television, producer of award-winning series "The Long Song", "The Capture" and "Clickbait", plus the upcoming adaptation of "Apples Never Fall".

At Universal International Studios, we are focused on our commitment to a more ambitious and inclusive future. Our company values play a huge part in this commitment and the culture of our company. We’re Ambitious For our Future, We’re In This Together, We’re Actively Inclusive.

JOB DESCRIPTION

HR Manager – International Productions

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager/Business Partner to support our International TV, Film and Theatrical Productions across the UK and Europe, based out of London. This is a highly operational, fast-paced role providing expert HR leadership within complex production environments, with a strong focus on employee relations, workforce welfare and the management of large freelance populations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a confident, trusted HR partner within fast-paced production environments, responding quickly, calmly and pragmatically to complex and sensitive situations.
• Quickly build strong, credible relationships with Production leadership, including Unit Production Managers, becoming a valued advisor throughout the production lifecycle.
• Provide day-to-day HR support across UK studio productions, with a significant focus on employee relations, welfare, performance management and issue resolution for both employed and freelance populations.
• Advise on and support a broad range of HR activities including staffing, recruitment, compensation, work eligibility and visa support, training and development, and compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain a visible presence on productions, attending regularly to ensure direct access for leadership, cast and crew and to proactively identify and address emerging issues.
• Partner closely with Employment Law, UK and US HR colleagues and Centres of Expertise to resolve matters effectively, balancing legal compliance, risk management and the time-critical nature of production.

Qualifications

SKILLS / QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Manager, operating confidently within fast-paced, complex and dynamic environments.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, with demonstrable experience managing complex employee relations and welfare cases to successful outcomes.
• Experience creating and executing practical HR strategies while balancing operational, tactical priorities in time-critical settings.
• Comfortable supporting freelance and contingent workforces, ideally within creative, production or project-based environments.
• Experience working within matrixed organisations, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, collaborate effectively and ensure clear communication across multiple stakeholders.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove they are able to work in the United Kingdom. The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.