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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director Talent Acquisition, EMEA in a team of 12, this role is based in our London office with the opportunity to work flexibly from home as agreed. This is an exciting opportunity to support the EMEA recruitment team in securing top diverse talent for our world leading media and entertainment companies.

Development & Execution of Sourcing & Recruiting Strategy

Lead strategic recruitment initiatives across EMEA, aligning talent acquisition vision with business needs at both regional and country levels.Collaborate with HR and business leaders to develop and administer staffing plans and processes.Support the team in translating business strategy into clear job requirements and robust action plans.Design and implement sourcing strategies that attract diverse talent and build strong pipelines across all levels.Proactively source, screen, interview, and recommend candidates for open roles, sharing talent across the portfolio.Leverage social networking and online tools to engage passive candidates.Plan, manage, and attend internal and external networking events to connect directly with talent.Provide innovative solutions for talent strategies for both individual and team needs.Stay current with emerging recruiting methods and contribute to a consistent, forward-thinking strategy.

Partnership & Relationship Management

Act as team lead in the absence of the Talent Acquisition Director and support with escalations as needed.Represent Talent Acquisition in senior HR and business leadership meetings.Serve as a subject matter expert within the global TA community for the region or business area.Build strong consultative relationships with senior HR partners and business leaders to anticipate staffing needs.Collaborate closely with Early Careers, Global TA, Employee Experience, and our Talent Development teams.Share market insights and talent trends to inform business decisions.Provide consultative support to hiring managers using relevant metrics and industry trends.Ensure a smooth and transparent recruitment process, managing expectations at every stage.

Project Management & Mentorship

Lead or contribute significantly to projects that impact key processes across the team and business.Mentor and coach team members, supporting their development.Help plan and execute Talent Acquisition events, including large conferences and onsite networking sessions.Drive process improvement and innovation through cross-functional project teams.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.Extensive experience in a search firm, corporate recruiting, or related industry role with responsibility for acquiring top talent.Proven experience mentoring and developing team members.Ability to translate talent strategy into actionable staffing plans.Demonstrated success in leading and delivering major initiatives or projects.Strong stakeholder relationship management skills, representing both self and team.Excellent communication, consulting, and influencing abilities.

Desired Characteristics

Passionate about delivering exceptional service to internal and external partners.Broad knowledge of current recruiting policies, practices, and industry trends.Skilled in competency-based interviewing and innovative selection methods.Ability to assess staffing needs and develop creative recruiting strategies.Strong understanding of employment law and HR practices in the EMEA region.Proven ability to identify opportunities and drive process improvements.Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with all levels of leadership.Team-oriented with a positive approach to work.Adaptable and effective in dynamic environments.Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).Fluency in a second language relevant to NBCUniversal markets (in addition to English) is advantageous.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].