Sr People & Culture Partner

Company: Warner Media, LLC.
Location: Burbank
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery--- the stuff dreams are made of.Who We Are---When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next---From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.Your New RoleThe Sr. People & Culture Partner will support the Global Content Operations team and will have the unique opportunity to partner with best in class post production and creative services leaders. In support of the people strategy, the Sr. People & Culture Partner will work closely with leaders to provide solutions to employee-related matters, maintaining a balance between being a strategic business partner and an employee champion. This position will continuously challenge the status quo and drive initiatives that ensure Warner Bros. Discovery remains an employer of choice.The Sr. People & Culture Partner will be a positive self-starter who can think strategically about big picture business goals as well as tactically execute a full range of People & Culture initiatives. In this dynamic culture, the role will serve as the primary partner to the business and the liaison with the broader People & Culture community of Warner Bros. Discovery. Candidates for this position should be innovative, solution-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and be able to engage with colleagues across level, location, and discipline. The role must effectively work in a fast-paced creative environment, bringing an energy and enthusiasm to the function, founded in sound strategy.Your Role Accountabilities

• Understand the business priorities to execute against the people strategy
• Actively contribute to the business strategy; provide People & Culture expertise and challenge to the management team
• Proactively provide creative and engaging solutions to motivate employees at different career points (i.e., early career, management, leadership)
• Serve as the People & Culture advisor, coach and partner to the management team
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective employee relations practices, including within the complex union environment
• Coach managers to pro-actively manage employees (e.g., performance and attendance) and provide advice to resolve grievance and disciplinary issues
• Support managers and employees in matters related to career development, staffing initiatives, employee relations, workplace ethics and performance management
• Influence the change agenda, including organization and structural changes; identify obstacles and develop strategies to overcome them
• Develop strong working relationships with Global People & Culture partners and work closely with all People & Culture specialist functions to provide 'seamless' support and guidance to the business including Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, P&C Shared Services, Total Rewards
• Contribute as a team member on broader People & Culture projects across the business
• Proactively review, on an ongoing basis, all People & Culture policies and processes; with a view to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Foster, champion and support an inclusive environment where employees are heard, valued and empowered to continuously uphold and improve the culture
• Leverage workforce metrics analysis to drive People & Culture strategy and initiatives supporting business objectives
• Continually strive to provide 'best practice' HR advice and support, through information sharing internally and external benchmarkingQualifications & Experience
• A minimum of 5+ years of core experience within Human Resources partnering with senior leaders, with at least 3 years in a unionized environment
• Experience with a wide range of HR, critical thinking and business advisory skills
• Experience in working with a culturally diverse workforce
• Project management and process improvement experience a plus
• A bachelor's degree in business or Human Resources related field
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and collective bargaining agreements.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence others into action and to think creatively about solutions
• Genuine curiosity and strong desire to continuously learn and grow and develop
• Thrives in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Strong in communicating with others and building relationships with leaders and employees
• Good judgment and ability to balance the needs of the company and employees
• Exceptional organization and project management skills
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits practices
• Knowledge of national, state and local Employee and Labor Relations practices, laws and regulationsHow We Get Things Done---This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our for instructions to submit your request.In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $95,550.00 - $177,450.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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