Director, Human Resources - Paramount Home Entertainment

Company Profile:Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The company's labels include Paramount Pictures, Paramount Vantage, MTV Films, Nickelodeon Movies and DreamWorks Studios. PPC operations also include Paramount Digital Entertainment, Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., Paramount Studios and Worldwide Television Distribution.Description:The Director, Human Resources partners with assigned business units and HR specialists to develop value-add people solutions. This role supports the Senior Management team and reinforces Paramount's vision and core values. As a member of the HR team serves as a human resources generalist providing consult to managers and employees in the following areas:*Talent Acquisition*Employee Relations*Compensation*Training & DevelopmentResponsibilities to include, but not limited to:Talent Acquisition*Manages the full life cycle of recruitment for assigned business units*Responsible for sourcing candidates, interviewing, hiring and conducting orientation procedures to support continued growth *Works with management to coordinate and forecast all staffing needs *Integrate and communicate AA/Diversity goals with recruitment strategiesEmployee Relations*Provides consultative services and direction to all levels of management. Facilitates the resolution of employee issues within legal parameters while supporting practical solutions*Partners with managers regarding all employee corrective action and terminations*Ensure consistent application of company policiesCompensation/Performance Management*Partner with clients and Compensation on all salary actions including the annual review process*Assists clients in developing job descriptions*Consults with clients on annual performance management of staff including coaching, counseling and career developmentTraining & Development*Assess training/development needs and make recommendations on possible programs*Provides training and education to all levels regarding interpretation and implementation of Human Resources policies*Coordinates leadership development and succession planning with senior level managementOther Generalist Responsibilities*Acts as a thought leader in developing HR solutions to staffing issues that support business unit objectives via actively participating in client group meetings*Creates strong relationships with peer group and HR specialist groups to deliver the most appropriate business solutions*Partners in the creation of process improvements for HR departmentQualifications:Basic qualifications:*Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field*Minimum of 7 years experience in large corporate setting*Strong aptitude with MS Office Suite and familiarity with HRIS softwareDesired skills:*Thorough knowledge of Federal and California employment laws*Proven experience operating as a strategic business partner, understanding how to add value through a dual focus on the business operation and HR*Experience working with and coaching a senior-level management team*Proven track record of building strong working relationships with business and human resource partners while fostering a cooperative work environment*Ability to work collaboratively across divisions and functions to design solutions to business issues*Demonstrated organization and project management skills*Demonstrated influencing, creative problem solving and analytical skills*Strong conflict management & negotiation skills*High professional standards regarding internal customer service, confidentiality and ethical conduct*Flexibility and adaptability: ability to successfully work under in fast pace environment and handle highly sensitive issues while balancing employee advocacy, management desires and business objectives*Results-oriented with ability to gain and maintain management credibility*Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills*Prior entertainment experience desired*Master's/PHR/SPHR preferred Eligibility requirements:* Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered * Must be willing to submit to a background investigation* Must be able to show eligibility to work in the United StatesSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: Hollywood, CAJob Number: 5275Company URL: http://www.paramount.com/careers