Talent Acquisition Recruiter, 12 Month FTC

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

What you’ll do:

• Lead end-to-end recruiting efforts for roles across news media, sports, entertainment, and technology verticals, inclusive of the internship program
• Serve as the primary Talent Acquisition representative for APAC, driving regional hiring strategy autonomously while reporting into London-based leadership and collaborating with US-based teammates
• Own recruitment operations for the region, including role advertising, interview scheduling and coordination, and ensuring a seamless on-site candidate experience
• Partner consultatively with hiring managers and HRBPs to deeply understand business needs and translate them into effective talent strategies
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans that attract diverse and qualified talent at all levels
• Help to lead planning of Talent Acquisition events, inclusive of large conferences and onsite networking events

 

What you’ll need:

• 3+ years of work experience in full-cycle corporate recruitment
• Experience in translating business talent strategies into actionable recruiting plans
• Experience in effectively leading and delivering significant initiatives and/or projects
• Owns and builds excellent stakeholder relationships demonstrating advanced relationship management on behalf of self as well as representing the wider team
• Exhibits outstanding communication, consulting and influencing skills
• Demonstrated experience mentoring or helping to develop other team members
• University Degree OR equivalent work experience

 

Desired Characteristics:

• Demonstrated success recruiting in fast-paced, creative and/or tech-driven industries such as media, entertainment, sports, and/or technology
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using talent data, metrics, and reporting tools to drive recruiting strategies and stakeholder decisions
• Passionate about TA innovation and excited to be part of building a next-gen recruiting function from the ground up
• Natural relationship-builder with a collaborative spirit, but also someone who takes ownership and moves quickly
• Thinks and acts like an owner - driven, resourceful, and accountable

• Proven aptitude to execute in a changing environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must apply to be considered
• Must be willing to work on-site at one of our corporate offices a minimum of 3 days/week
• Must be willing to work overtime when required
• Must be willing to travel for work related business if necessary
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in Singapore
• 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.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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].

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.