Sr. Manager, Operations

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

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.

Job Description

The Sr. Manager, Operations is a strategic, cross-functional leader reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, ERP Platform & Integration. This role uniquely spans the three engineering verticals, BASIS, Integration, and Cloud/Platform, and is responsible for driving operational excellence, system reliability, and cross-domain alignment.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in understanding the interdependence and operational nuances across these areas, ensuring seamless coordination and optimized performance. They will bring a modern mindset, a strong leadership presence, and the ability to navigate complex technical environments with empathy, clarity, and precision.

This role collaborates closely with engineering leads, TPMs, and the Technical Documentation Specialist to ensure environments are well-documented, compliant, and scalable. Additionally, the Sr. Manager will represent Enterprise Technology across Operations & Technology, fostering strong cross-functional relationships, managing vendor coordination, overseeing environment governance, and delivering insightful operational reporting.

Operations Leadership

• Establish and lead cross-functional operational initiatives across Platform, BASIS, and Integration, while managing a team of contractors and service providers.
• Anticipate and optimize resource needs, including identifying performance gaps, staffing requirements, and opportunities for efficiency.
• Develop and maintain environment management standards, including release controls, patches, and transport processes.
• Ensure timely application of system patches, including security updates, to maintain platform stability, compliance, and protection against vulnerabilities.
• Oversee high availability and performance of systems through proactive monitoring and incident response coordination.

Program & Process Management

• Establish new operational processes and standards to support the needs of a newly formed company, including designing, implementing, and evolving workflows that enable scalable, efficient, and resilient operations.
• Build with agility and adaptability in mind, enabling the organization to respond effectively to evolving business priorities and strategic growth opportunities.
• Partner with TPMs and PMO to align operational activities with project timelines and business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational workflows, including automation and tooling enhancements.
• Support Day 1 readiness and post-launch stabilization efforts.

Governance & Compliance

• Collaborate with the BASIS Security Engineer to ensure compliance with SOX, GDPR, and internal controls.
• Own the organization and upkeep of operational documentation, ensuring it is created when needed, logically structured, consistently maintained, and easily accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Track and report on operational KPIs, technical debt, and modernization opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between Platform, BASIS, and Integration teams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Engage with vendors and service providers to manage SLAs and operational dependencies.
• Support executive reporting and decision-making through clear summaries and operational insights.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise IT operations, preferably in SAP or ERP environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, foster collaboration across diverse teams, and communicate technical concepts with clarity and influence.
• Experience navigating change and ambiguity in transformation environments, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure, integration, and platform operations.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical programs.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR) and operational governance.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills; experience with Confluence, Jira, and visualization tools.

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: $150,000 - $180,000 (bonus eligible) 

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis. 

Additional Information

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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.