Manager, HR Business Partner

Job Description

Who We Are

Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.

At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.

Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.

The Manager, HR Business Partner fuels and champions meaningful employee experiences through advocacy, counsel, coaching and connection. In partnership with the Director, the Manager supports employee engagement and organizational effectiveness through an understanding of business needs, and a commitment to fostering a culture of belonging. We’re seeking a passionate, emotionally intelligent, and driven self-starter. This individual constantly thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds trusting relationships, and problem solves independently.

What You’ll Do

The Manager, HR Business Partner is a key member of the talent team who champions meaningful employee experiences while ensuring core business and organizational objectives are met. This individual operates as an HR business partner, building strong relationships with employees at all levels and anticipating talent-related needs. The Manager maintains an effective level of business knowledge and partners closely with HR centers of excellence.

• Execute a progressive talent strategy aligned with business objectives and company ethos, in partnership with HR Business Partner team
• Facilitate talent management practices, including performance management, internal mobility, and career development, and employee relations
• Partner with HR leadership to ideate and execute on strategies to continually develop, engage, and retain employees
• Implement equitable talent practices that promote a culture of belonging
• Coach managers on a variety of topics including talent development, retention strategy, conflict resolution, and performance management
• Support employees through performance feedback process to empower growth and fulfillment and foster a culture of two-way feedback
• Partner with Compensation and Finance to ensure competitive and equitable distribution of rewards
• Provide employees with day-to-day coaching and counsel to empower self-advocacy, two-way feedback and career fulfillment
• Partner closely with HR centers of excellence, including DEI, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Benefits & Wellness, and Learning & Development, to ensure a holistic and connected talent agenda
• Identify training needs for business units in partnership with Learning & Development
• Manage voluntary and involuntary departures with care and integrity
• Partner with People Operations team to ensure operational excellence and data accuracy
• Proactively assess team and manager development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions
• Partner with Talent Acquisition team to inform of incoming staffing needs, aligning on external recruitment efforts and strategy
  
  

Who You Are

• A relationship builder with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to thrive in an agile and fast-paced environment, effectively managing changing needs for team and department
• A strong collaborator with excellent management and organization skills
• An active participant in business meetings and conversations; eager to ask questions and provide thoughtful insight
• Able to manage up and communicate needs effectively
• A critical thinker and natural problem solver who can anticipate needs and develop creative solutions
• An advocate for and supporter of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Adept at managing conflict with composure
• A career coach to employees at all levels. You are passionate about fostering a culture of two-way feedback.
• A multi-tasker with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  
  

Education And Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in a related Human Resources role
• Familiarity of multiple Human Resource disciplines
• Experience managing change in a fast-paced organization
• Relevant industry experience desired
  
  

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

N/A

Physical Activity and Work Environment

N/A

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Salary Range

$95,000.00 - $125,000.00

A successful applicant’s actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.