Bertelsmann

Lead the organization's HR function overseeing talent strategy, benefits, and organizational design across a decentralized multi-entity structure. | At least 15 years progressive HR leadership including 8 years senior executive experience, bachelor's required, master's preferred, with deep expertise in benefits, compensation, and HR operations. | Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company with about 75,000 employees that operates in some 50 countries around the world. It includes the entertainment group RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, the Bertelsmann Education Group and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company generated revenues of €19 billion in the 2024 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world.The Vice President, Human Resources (VPHR) is a strategic, hands-on executive responsible for leading the organization's Human Resources function within a decentralized, multi-entity environment, aligning people strategy with group-wide business objectives across the parent company and its operating companies. Job Description The VPHR leads a team of 13 professionals across Corporate Benefits, Employee Benefits, and HR-Payroll-IT, driving initiatives across talent acquisition, employee engagement, leadership development, compensation and benefits, organizational design, workforce planning, DEI, performance management, and HR compliance. As a member of the executive leadership team, the VPHR serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and culture.This is a working leadership role that requires both strategic thinking and deep operational execution. We are looking for a technically credible leader who moves fluidly between executive strategy and hands-on execution, coordinates closely with management at each operating company, brings real technical depth to HR, benefits and payroll, and personally driving results on priority initiatives, including active M&A activity, not just managing a team.This role is based in New York City and currently requires in-office work at least two days per week. The work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipDevelop and execute the organization's benefits strategy in support of business goals.Lead Benefits’ role in M&A activity, including due diligence, integration, and post-close and ongoing support, partnering directly with executive leadership and subsidiaries.Advise the CEO on workforce trends, talent risks, and organizational health.Lead organizational design and change management initiatives across a decentralized, multi-entity structure.Build and maintain trusted relationships with subsidiary executives and parent company stakeholders, serving as a strategic advisor and hands-on partner.Talent ManagementDevelop and drive strategies for recruiting, retaining, and developing top talent. Partner with executives on critical searches and succession decisions.Oversee employee development, succession planning, and learning programs.Foster a high-performance culture through effective performance management.Culture and Employee ExperienceChampion the organization's mission, values, and culture.Drive employee engagement and well-being initiatives.Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across the organization.Lead employee relations efforts and resolve complex workplace issues.Compensation and BenefitsDevelop, negotiate, and customize the health, welfare, and retirement programs for each of Bertelsmann's U.S. operating Companies within the United States, including Penguin Random House, BMG, Fremantle, Arvato, and other holdings/groups, including new acquisitions.Monitor market trends and recommend adjustments to maintain competitiveness and compliance.Lead the execution of employee benefit programs across the operating units and manage high-risk escalations.Provide excellent customer service support for all employee benefit programs offered at the operating companies.Compliance and Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.Oversee HR policies, procedures, and governance.Manage employment-related risk, investigations, and legal matters in partnership with legal counsel.HR Operations and PayrollPartner with our colleagues on HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and HR technology.Drive process improvements and digital transformation within HR with direction from our parent company. Qualifications EducationBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.Master's degree (MBA, MHRM, or related discipline) preferred.Experience15+ years of progressive human resources leadership experience.8+ years in senior executive HR leadership roles.Demonstrated success leading HR strategy in complex, decentralized, and rapidly growing organizations, including M&A integration.Experience partnering with executive leadership and multiple operating units.Required CompetenciesStrategic thinking and business acumenExecutive leadership and influenceOrganizational development and change managementTechnical expertise in benefits, compensation and HR operationsTalent management and succession planningEmployment law and regulatory complianceCompensation and benefits strategyM&A experience: due diligence and integrationEmployee relations and conflict resolutionData-driven decision makingExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsHigh ethical standards and sound judgment Additional Information Reporting StructureReports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Direct Reports: Director, Corporate Benefits; Director, Employee Benefits; Director, HR-Payroll-IT.Team Structure:  The VPHR leads a team of 13 across Corporate Benefits, Employee Benefits, and HR-Payroll-IT, including oversight of the organization’s IT function.Working RelationshipsThe VPHR collaborates closely with executive leadership, department heads, legal counsel, finance, and our parent company to ensure the organization's people strategy supports long-term business success.This role requires a strategic, results-oriented leader with deep expertise in human capital management, strategic benefits, and executive partnership. The VPHR must be equally comfortable with setting direction and rolling up their sleeves to get things done. The VPHR plays a critical role in building an engaged, high-performing workforce while ensuring the organization remains competitive, compliant, and aligned with its mission and values.CompensationThe salary for this position is $240,000 - $260,000. This position is bonus eligible.Why Join Bertelsmann, Inc?Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and 401(k) plan.A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values employee growth and developmentExciting Employee Programs, including our wellness reimbursementA Certified Great Place to Work EmployerProfessional learning and career advancement opportunitiesBertelsmann, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who values a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status or any other legally protected factor.Your skills, experiences, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us. We look forward to hearing from you!  Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data: Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address. Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.  Recruiting-Platform powered by SmartRecruiters.

Lead and execute advanced software development tasks for frontend and backend systems using .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks with technical leadership and mentorship. | 7+ years software development with 3+ years senior role focusing on .NET and JavaScript, bachelor's degree, and Azure certifications. | Are you looking for a high energy, strategic, and fast-paced position with an impactful and mission-driven company? Join Relias, the company changing lives throughout the world by helping healthcare organizations improve their clinical and financial outcomes!For 11,000+ health care and human service organizations, Relias helps clients deliver better clinical and financial outcomes by elevating the performance of teams. We help organizations across the continuum of care get better at maintaining compliance, developing staff and promoting consistent, high-quality care. Our platform employs assessments to reveal specific gaps in skills and addresses them with personalized and engaging learning, choosing from 7,000+ online courses that meet accrediting board, state and federal requirements.  We are passionate about our products and our clients; what we deliver and the impact we have on the world is truly something you can be proud to represent.  Join us and make a difference. WHAT CAN RELIAS OFFER YOU?Fantastic health and wellness benefits package, including an outstanding 401k match, a flexible PTO program, and a generous and inclusive parental leave policy. Additionally, Relias pays for the employee portion of the monthly healthcare premium!Flexible work environment with onsite and work from home options – you choose when you want to come into the office!Active Employee Resource Groups open to all employees!Comprehensive onboarding program – a great introduction to our company, customers and culture!Growth and career advancement opportunities!Multiple development program options – leadership development, professional development curriculums, and Nanodegree options in both technology and data scienceProfessional development gained from conference attendance and participation in organizations like NC TechOnsite 321 Coffee Shop providing free coffee and pastries to employees Job Description SUMMARY:We seek an experienced Senior Software Engineer with advanced expertise in .NET, JavaScript frameworks, and cloud technologies to lead our software development initiatives on our Azure-based microservices platform. The successful candidate will design, develop, and optimize complex software solutions and provide technical leadership to our engineering teams. This role demands a deep understanding of software engineering practices, cloud infrastructure, and the ability to apply Agile methodologies across complex projects effectively.  WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:   Software Development: Lead and execute advanced development tasks for both frontend and backend, using .NET Core, C#, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, React), ensuring that software solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with business needs.Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance, solution validation, and architectural leadership on complex projects, focusing on innovation and high-quality outcomes.Project Execution and Strategy: Collaborate with the Team Lead, Manager, Architects, Cloud Engineers, and other stakeholders to assist in defining project goals, establishing technical standards, and setting timelines, contributing strategically to the project planning and execution phases.Performance Optimization: Analyze existing applications for performance improvements, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to enhance system performance and scalability.Mentoring and Collaboration: Mentor associates, mid-level developers, and new team members, promoting a learning culture and continuous improvement within the team.Code Reviews and Quality Assurance: Oversee code reviews, ensure adherence to coding standards, and promote overall quality of outputs across all development processes by continually reviewing and refining code quality metrics.  Documentation: Create and maintain detailed technical documentation to support development and ensure smooth operations.    Qualifications YOU'VE GOT WHAT IT TAKES IF YOU HAVE:7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3+ years in a senior role focusing on .NET and JavaScript technologies.Proven track record of successful project execution in a team-specific context, demonstrating the ability to lead projects within a specialized team environment.Experience building native cloud applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure)Bachelor’s DegreeMicrosoft AZ-900: Azure Fundamentals Certification (if certification is not current, must be obtained within the first  60 days of employment)AI-200 Certification: Azure AI Cloud Developer Associate Certification (if certification is not current, must be obtained within first 6 months of start date)   Additional Information  IN OFFICE REQUIREMENT:Relias values collaboration and wants to ensure that our team members have opportuniites to work with their managers regularly for professional development opportunities.  This role requires that you live in the state of North Carolina, within a commutable distance to our office.  You would be expected to work in our Morrisville, NC Headquarters approximately 30 days/quarter.  Relias is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. Relias welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and is happy to make reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection process.  If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please visit our career page for instructions.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data: Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address. Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.  Recruiting-Platform powered by SmartRecruiters.

Oversee course development projects ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery and act as liaison between teams and stakeholders. | Bachelor's degree with 2+ years project management experience, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and ability to work autonomously. | Are you looking for a high energy, strategic, and fast-paced position with an impactful and mission-driven company? Join Relias, the company changing lives throughout the world by helping healthcare organizations improve their clinical and financial outcomes!  Job Description The Content Project Manager manages course development projects to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and to specifications. The CPM manages the portfolio for a vertical or sub-vertical and understands what products are in that portfolio and how they are deployed. The CPM also serves as a liaison and mediator between resource team members and stakeholders to ensure projects are done on time and to the desired specifications.   WHAT YOU’LL DO:Liaise with internal stakeholders to identify and define project requirements, scope, and objectives Prioritize projects and roadmaps based on intensity of effort, product management release initiatives, and resource availability Manage routine project updates in QuickBase and communicate information in a timely manner to team and stakeholders Coordinate activities, resources, equipment, and information for assigned projects  Forecast risks for completing projects and identify potential solutions Monitor and track progress of projects in QuickBase and handle issues that may arise Identify, report, and escalate risks or roadblocks to stakeholders and management as needed Manage projects within budget and according to schedule, and communicate risks as appropriate Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports in QuickBase Maintain accurate data in QuickBase Prepare, coordinate, and release modules to multiple platforms with accuracy Prepare, coordinate, and archive modules from multiple platforms with accuracy Run or present in multiple resource and stakeholder meetings each week Make recommendations to stakeholders on project execution strategies Resolve Support Issue Tickets or escalate as appropriate Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKES IF YOU HAVE:Bachelor’s Degree 2+ years of coordinating or project management experience or equivalent experience working with Relias’ internal systems Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with Content team and Product team Ability to troubleshoot problems Ability to work autonomously Ability to remain calm and diplomatic  Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects Ability to mentor Project Coordinators Ability to build and run reports in QuickBase IT WOULD BE NICE IF YOU:Project Management Experience Database and data management (QuickBase preferred)  Additional Information Relias is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. Relias welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and is happy to make reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection process.  If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please visit our career page for instructions. Relias values collaboration and wants to ensure that our team members have opportunities to work with their teams regularly for professional development opportunities. Our flexible hybrid work environment requires that you live in the state of North Carolina, within a commutable distance to our office (~1-hour commute). You would be expected to work in our Morrisville, NC Headquarters approximately 30/40 days/quarter.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data: Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address. Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.  Recruiting-Platform powered by SmartRecruiters.