About Sony Pictures Entertainment

At Sony Pictures, we are in the business of creativity, making some of the most beloved film and television of all time, for every platform in the world. As the most creative and proudly independent studio, our future is boundless. Sony Pictures Entertainment is a division of Sony Corporation, a creative entertainment company built on a foundation of technology. Along with our sister companies, we create movies, television, music, and games that engage billions of people, connecting creators and audiences around the globe.

Role Overview

The Vice President, People Systems and Technology leads enterprise-wide HR technology initiatives supporting our global workforce, including employees and contingent workers. This role oversees all systems across the people lifecycle, covering HRIS, Payroll (for North America), Learning and Development, Employee Relations as well as others. It is also accountable for managing integrations between Workday and 90+ downstream applications, ensuring secure, accurate and efficient data flow enterprise-wide.

This leader will partner closely with People & Organization (HR), Finance, Legal, IT and Information Security to focus on creating value through the use of technology by ensuring alignment of business requirements, system integrity and technology roadmaps. Acting as the primary IT business partner and technology advisor to People & Organization and Payroll leadership, the Vice President will drive operational excellence, workforce data reliability and digital enablement across the studio.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year strategy and roadmap for People Systems and Technology, including Workday, UKG Payroll, Cornerstone LMS and ServiceNow HRSD
• Provide strategic and technical oversight of Payroll systems (North America), ensuring accuracy and compliance for union and non-union employees
• Partner with P&O, Payroll and Finance to optimize processes, integrations and reporting across HRIS and Payroll platforms
• Oversee integrations between Workday and 90+ enterprise systems, ensuring accurate, secure and timely data exchange
• Ensure timely delivery of business priorities, balancing strategic goals and business value with operational requirements
• Collaborate with Information Security, IT Infrastructure and Architecture to ensure security, scalability and integration consistency
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in HR technology to enhance workforce experience and efficiency
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team
• Manage team resources and vendor relationships and evaluate SaaS solutions to drive innovation and continuous improvement in the delivery of performance outcomes, reliability and overall business value 

Experience & Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in IT or related technical profession, 8+ years managing a team
• At least 5 years of experience with Workday HCM
• At least 5 years of experience with enterprise payroll systems such as Workday Payroll, UKG, Dayforce, ADP or SAP
• Experience with an LMS and HR case management system, such as Cornerstone and ServiceNow HRSD
• Preferred experience supporting payroll for a union population; familiarity with union payroll requirements and collective bargaining agreements
• Proven success in enterprise system implementation, governance and continuous improvement
• Strong background in managing within a software development life cycle
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior business leaders and influence technology strategy
• Strong vendor management and outsourced service delivery experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, or related field preferred.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $205,000-$285,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.