Lead, HR Operations - Talent

Job Description

Job Description
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Versant is looking for a Lead, HR Operations, Talent to join their team! The Lead, HR Operations, Talent will oversee and evolve our Recruiting, Onboarding, and Talent Development programs. This role will play a key part in building and operationalizing our talent function, ensuring that we attract, integrate, and grow top-tier talent across the organization. You'll partner closely with business leaders, hiring managers, and HR colleagues to implement processes that are scalable, inclusive, and aligned with our creative culture.

Responsibilities:
Recruiting
• Develop and lead full-cycle recruitment operations to attract top talent across creative, corporate, and technical roles.
• Build and manage scalable processes and tools to support high-volume and strategic hiring.
• Partner with business leaders to anticipate workforce needs and develop proactive sourcing strategies.
• Cultivate a strong employer brand through strategic partnerships, campaigns, and candidate experience initiatives.
Onboarding
• Design and implement an exceptional onboarding experience that fosters early connection, culture assimilation, and role clarity.
• Standardize onboarding processes across departments, while allowing for functional flexibility.
• Monitor and continuously improve onboarding metrics, including time-to-productivity and new hire satisfaction.
Talent Development
• Launch and lead talent development programs including performance management, learning & development, and career pathing.
• Partner with leaders and HRBPs to identify skills gaps, succession plans, and high-potential talent.
• Drive continuous feedback culture through engagement surveys, check-ins, and career development conversations.
Qualifications
What you'll need:
• 7+ years of experience in HR, with a strong track record in recruiting, onboarding, and talent development; media or entertainment industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to scale HR operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Solid project management skills with the ability to balance strategic planning and hands-on execution.
• Deep understanding of inclusive hiring practices and employee engagement principles.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in HR systems (e.g., SAP, etc.) and data-driven decision making.

Desired Characteristics:
• Builder's Mindset: You thrive in a ''build-from-scratch'' environment and enjoy creating efficient, people-centered systems.
• Strategic and Tactical: You think long-term while also diving into day-to-day execution with energy and precision.
• Creative Culture Fluency: You understand and appreciate the unique rhythms of creative organizations-balancing structure with flexibility.
• Inclusive and People-Centric: You lead with empathy and are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Data-Informed: You use data to inform decisions but stay human-centered in your approach.
• Collaborative Leader: You build trust quickly and partner effectively across levels and functions.
• Change Agent: You embrace ambiguity, drive continuous improvement, and help others adapt to change.
• Communicative & Clear: You are a strong communicator who can distill complex ideas into actionable steps and inspire confidence across the organization.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Englewood Cliffs, NJ office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000 (bonus eligible).

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-k2oxzk-216-73-216-177-42 in your application.