Manager, Talent Management & Culture, Versant

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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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Versant is looking for a Manager, Talent Management and Culture to join their team! This role will play an integral part of the newly created Versant Talent team and will help define what talent and culture look like at Versant—fostering a culture where continuous development is expected, supported, and celebrated. You’ll be a key partner in launching foundational talent management programs and systems, from performance management to feedback processes, employee surveys and more. You’ll also have a hand in helping us build out employee engagement and culture initiatives, from inclusion initiatives to cultural events that are uniquely Versant.

You’ll bring energy, empathy, and a passion for helping others grow, all while building scalable solutions in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

What you’ll do:

• Develop & Deliver Talent Management Programs:  You’ll be a key partner in launching foundational talent management programs and systems, from performance management to feedback processes, employee surveys, mentorship programs, employee mobility programs and more.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with business leaders, internal comms and HR business partners to identify where there are talent management needs across the employee population and work with teams to think of ways to creatively deliver solutions. 
• Track Success: Monitor talent management process engagement, and outcomes of talent management initiatives using data, feedback, and talent insights—making recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Champion Culture & Inclusion: Help us build out employee engagement initiatives that reflect our company values and are inclusive, equitable, and culturally relevant. Support us as we think about corporate philanthropy and supporting inclusion and belonging in the workplace at Versant as a way to engage our workforce.    

What you’ll need:

• 5–7+ years of experience in talent management, learning & development, or organizational effectiveness.
• Comfort with both strategic planning and hands-on execution—especially in a startup or scale-up setting.
• Excellent communication skills—able to connect with employees and explain complex talent processes at all levels in a clear, inspiring way.
• Experience with digital learning platforms, content creation, and program evaluation.

Desired Characteristics:

• Builder’s Mindset: You thrive in ambiguity, are energized by starting from scratch, and know how to scale thoughtfully.
• Culture Carrier: You embody the values of curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and inclusion.
• Lifelong Learner: You’re always learning—and you inspire others to do the same.
• Experience working in media, entertainment, or content production environments.
• Background in consulting, organizational psychology a plus.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must apply to be considered
• Must be willing to work in person in the work location a minimum of 3 days/week
• Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the 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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.