900 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NEW JERSEY Hybrid Full-time USD 150,000 – 180,000 / year

Versant is hiring a Technical Lead, Core HR (Workday)

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass. Versant is seeking a Technical Lead, Core HR Systems to lead the design, development, deployment, and ongoing support of key components of Versant’s core HR ecosystem, centered on Workday. This role plays a critical hands-on lead DevOps position in delivering reliable, scalable solutions that support Versant’s workforce with delivering SaaS and custom solutions. You will build and lead high-performing teams of engineers and solution leads responsible for platform architecture, delivery, integrations, and operational excellence. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Payroll, HR, Time, Broadcast and Sports Operations, Product, Data & Analytics, and Enterprise Technology to ensure HR & Payroll solutions are well-architected, secure, and aligned to business priorities. Key Responsibilities Platform Strategy & Architecture Contribute to the definition and execution of Core HR & Payroll platform standards, patterns, and roadmaps across HR, Payroll, Time, & Broadcast & Sports Operations Design and implement scalable, secure custom and SaaS solutions that meet defined business and technical requirements Ensure solutions align with architecture standards and integrate cleanly with upstream and downstream systems Evaluate and implement new technology capabilities (automation, AI features, data unification, packaged SaaS solutions) in support of product and business needs Collaborate with architecture, product, and data teams to ensure consistency and reusability across platforms Delivery & Operations Excellence Lead end-to-end delivery for Core HR & Payroll initiatives, from technical design through build, test, deployment, and post-go-live support Oversee technical delivery, release planning, and environment management to ensure stability and predictable releases Enforce best practices in DevOps, code quality, documentation, and automated testing Partner with integration, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable interoperability and data flows Monitor platform performance and operational health, driving root-cause resolution and continuous improvement Partner & Team Leadership Serve a critical role as the Development Lead for Versant’s planned transformation of their key HR & Payroll Systems Build and lead a blended organization of internal engineers, architects, and contracted delivery partners both on and offshore Serve as an accountable leader for contracted and managed service partners, ensuring delivery quality, cost effectiveness, and strategic alignment Define clear scopes of work, service-level expectations, and governance processes with delivery partners Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and learning - balancing partner execution with internal engineering capability Mentor and develop team members, driving engagement, accountability, and professional development Assist with managing budgets and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation across initiatives Governance, Security & Stakeholder Alignment Ensure HR & Payroll solutions comply with corporate security, privacy, and regulatory requirements Adhere to established governance processes including change management, version control, and documentation Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Security teams to support secure handling of customer and business data Provide regular status updates on delivery progress, risks, and operational health to technology and business stakeholders Act as a trusted technical advisor for HR and Payroll engineering within cross-functional
Job Details
Location 900 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NEW JERSEY
Work mode Hybrid
Employment Full-time
Salary USD 150,000 – 180,000 / year
Department Versant O&T
Posted a month ago
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Versant
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. Job Description: BRS Golf, is the leading provider of online tee time booking systems to golf clubs throughout UK, Ireland and the US, with GolfNow being the world’s largest online golf reservation platform. Our technology, services and distribution help Golf Course operations increase their rounds and revenue, expand their markets and manage their businesses. Just ask the owners and operators at more than 9,000 courses in North America, the U.K. and Europe.These are exciting times for the game of golf and those who love and live it. With GolfNow we are driving forward and reshaping an entire industry- disrupting the status quo, building innovative new web based and mobile products, and assisting Golf Course operators to build profitable, sustainable businesses.Although we “keep a start-up spirit” and have an internal feel of a small agile company, we can leverage all the benefits and resources of an international corporate community.Key Responsibilities New business acquisition sits at the core of this role. This is a front-line, hunter sales position for someone who thrives on persuasion, momentum, and outperforming targets. You will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and converting new customers, building a high-quality pipeline, and consistently delivering club acquisitions across your region.Success in this role requires targeted prospecting, commercial judgment, data-led decision making, and the tenacity to move opportunities from first conversation to close.* Drive new business acquisition and take ownership of executing your regional sales strategy to consistently secure new club partnerships and support long-term growth. * Develop a deep understanding of our products, sales process, commercial models and target market. * Use a consultative sales approach to uncover customer insights and understand pain points, leveraging these to create compelling pitches that persuade and secure new club partnerships. * Develop advanced product and competitor knowledge, using this to position BRS and GolfNow as the market-leading choice through a precise, end-to-end sales process. * Build a strong industry network, engaging decision-makers through outbound activity, referrals, events, and existing relationships. * Leverage data, CRM insights, and sales resources to prioritize opportunities, forecast accurately, and optimize deal strategy. * Drive sales performance by meeting and exceeding individual targets, demonstrating accountability, resilience, and a strong work ethic. * Maintain rigorous pipeline management, ensuring accurate daily Salesforce updates, territory planning, forecasting, and reporting. * Become a trusted expert in the market and follow through on all customer commitments, ensuring a smooth internal handover and a strong foundation for retention. * When required, act as a brand ambassador, representing the business at exhibitions, conferences, and industry events to accelerate pipeline and brand presence. * Collaborate with international colleagues to support a high-performance sales culture, consistently demonstrating core values and positive, professional behaviors. Qualifications: Minimum RequirementsThe role will be based in mainland UK and suited to candidates residing anywhere within territory. It is essential that candidates have:* 5+ years’ professional sales experience, ideally within a SaaS environment * Proven ability to execute a structured, end-to-end sales process with excellent communication and presentation skills * Results-driven mindset with a strong track record of achieving and exceeding targets and KPIs * Experience using Salesforce or a similar CRM platform * Skilled in analysing, collating, and presenting data to support proposals for prospective clients * Strong technical aptitude with confidence using web-based and cloud-based applications * Self-motivated, adaptable, and a positive contributor to team culture * Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle Additional Desirable Skills & Experience* Education to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g. Business/ Marketing/ IT). * Knowledge of the golf industry * Established network of industry customers Additional Information: 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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.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.
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