Director, Human Resources

Position Summary The Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP) for Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) serves as a strategic leader and trusted advisor, responsible for designing and executing HR strategies that align with and accelerate business objectives. This role leads the HRBP team in delivering high-impact initiatives across talent planning, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and scalable HR solutions. Operating at both strategic and operational levels, the Director partners closely with senior leadership to anticipate workforce needs, drive cultural transformation, and foster a high-performance environment. This role is instrumental in enhancing team and leadership effectiveness, ensuring HR strategies are agile, data-informed, and deeply aligned with USH’s brand and values. Key Responsibilities Culture & Engagement Strategy: Develop and implement long-term strategies to foster a culture of excellence and exceptional Team Member engagement. Introduce innovative, brand-aligned experiences that energize and connect employees. Data-Driven Impact: Measure and analyze the effectiveness of engagement and development programs, using insights to continuously refine and improve outcomes. Leadership Development: Coach and advise managers to build leadership capability, drive empowerment, and strengthen team performance. HR Solutions Delivery: Provide timely, creative, and scalable HR solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness and support business transformation. Employee & Manager Coaching: Offer proactive, compassionate guidance to employees and leaders, addressing challenges and fostering growth. Talent Development: Partner with leaders to assess development needs and implement targeted plans for individual and team growth. Team Member Satisfaction: Lead the rollout and action planning of Team Member Satisfaction survey results, partnering with leaders to drive meaningful improvements. Talent Acquisition Partnership: Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to design and execute strategic staffing plans that support business success. Team Leadership: Lead and develop the HRBP team, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and exceptional client service. HR Process Management: Oversee execution of core HR processes including Goal Setting, Performance Management, Compensation Planning, Talent Reviews, and Learning & Development initiatives.