Director, Human Resources
WWE
Stamford, CTThis was removed by the employer on 5/5/2014 4:20:00 PM PST
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Overview:
WWE has an exciting opportunity for a passionate, energetic Director of Human Resources to join our team of professionals at the corporate office in Stamford, CT.
This position will partner with department heads, providing strategic HR value to various business units, including employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, training, organizational development, and governmental compliance.
Responsibilities:
• Provide progressive and proactive HR leadership and support to business units within client group always ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and governmental regulations
• Handle ER issues in compliance with relevant legislation
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with employees, vendors, and business partners
• Manage, implement, and build upon various best-in-class HR programs and initiatives such as new hire orientation, on-boarding, recognition & rewards, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development
• Work closely with department heads on organizational development
• Partner with recruiting team to acquire top talent for open positions
• Accountable for key business metrics and budget items including headcount, compensation, and other HR functional areas
• Develop innovative HR solutions, always striving to make WWE a top employer of choice
• Effectively manage one or two staff members and work well with other members of the HR team
• Keep current with WWE programs, talent, products, and businesses
Qualifications:
• 8 years of HR Generalist experience in a corporate environment including at least 2 years in a management capacity partnering with top executives
• Entertainment/Media/TV industry experience a plus
• Demonstrated track record of using good judgment, discretion and absolute integrity
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment regulations
• Demonstrated strength in handling employee relations and organizational development
• Working knowledge of compensation including variable pay plans and incentive programs
• Strong business acumen with ability to understand business drivers and manage budgets
• Hands on experience with HRIS systems
• International HR experience preferred
• Self starter who is able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining an appropriate level of detail orientation
• Positive, can-do attitude and team-player orientation
• Strong track record of assessing needs, influencing direction, managing change, and delivering effective solutions
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication, listening, and presentation skills
• Able to work flexible hours and travel for business as needed
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle that can be used for business as needed
• Bachelor degree (HR-related field of study preferred); MBA/MS a plus