Company

Cox Communications, Inc.

Job Family Group

People Solutions

Job Profile

Sr Manager, HR Business Partner

Management Level

Sr Manager - People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 15% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $117,300.00 - $195,500.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Communications is currently looking for a Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner - M&A to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Role:

The Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) - M&A serves as an influential people leader and business partner providing integration support for Mergers & Acquisitions.  They advise businesses that may have some complexity or require a higher level of strategic support or business value needed through advice and or service delivery of people and talent programs, processes and service, and strategic support to leaders in the execution of business strategy and leads a team of HR Generalists.

The Senior Manager develops, aligns, and implements HR strategy and programs in support of short-term and long-term business goals, and in attracting, retaining, and developing the best talent.  Both personally and through their high-performing HRBP team(s), they provide consultation and advice on organization design, talent development, strategic workforce planning, succession management, rewards, training, leadership development and performance.  The Senior Manager serves as the client face of People Solutions for M&A and integrations, acting as a leader within their teams and an interface and liaison with other People Solutions groups (i.e., Talent Acquisition, HRTS, Talent and Skills, Compensation, as well as Employee Experience teams regarding employee engagement, employee and labor relations, and business continuity issues.  etc.)  

Responsibilities:

Acts as the main HR point of contact for the M&A team, providing HR process support and expertise for all M&A activity.

Oversees and manages a team of HR Generalists tasked with supporting the HRBP organization in executing an integrated talent agenda that aligns with the organizational strategy for multiple business units or support functions.

Provides integration support for Mergers & Acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of employees, processes, and cultures from acquired companies into the existing organization.

Develops, aligns, and implements HR strategy and programs in support of short-term and long-term business goals, and in attracting, retaining, and developing the best talent.

Serves as the client face of People Solutions for M&A and integrations, acting as a leader within their teams and an interface and liaison with other People Solutions groups (i.e., Talent Acquisition, HRTS, Talent and Skills, Compensation, as well as Employee Experience teams regarding employee engagement, employee and labor relations, and business continuity issues).

Collaborates with and influences senior leaders to prioritize strategic people priorities and solutions that accelerate the achievement of business priorities through talent management, diversity and inclusion, rewards and recognition, and organizational effectiveness.

Partners with senior leadership to ensure delivered services and support further the company’s vision, anticipated growth, and business operational objectives.

Analyzes and synthesizes people data to advise leaders on key talent strategies.

Proactively assesses business risk and develops recommendations for mitigation and ensures adequate planning to address anticipated future changes.

Engages with People Solutions and senior business leaders to develop policies, programs, tools, and analytical processes to recommend/enhance people processes and organizational designs.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BA/BS degree in related discipline (Human Resources, Business, etc.) and 8 years’ experience in a related field (Human Resources, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition).  The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 6 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 3 years; experience in a related field; or 12 years’ experience in a related field.

3+ years’ experience in a management or leadership role.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Excellent collaborative, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with teams at all levels of the organization.

Excellent prioritization skills and ability to continually reassess and reprioritize real-time in alignment with business priorities and evolving workforce and talent needs.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to story tell with data.

M&A integrations experience in HR.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree.

Experience in telecommunications industry.

PHR/SPHR certification.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.

About Us

Cox Communications is all about creating moments of real human connection; and for employees, that’s true both in the workplace and in the problems we solve for customers. From building advertising solutions to unleashing IoT technologies to creating an exceptional experience for customers in our retail locations and online, we’re creating a world that is smarter and more connected. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.