Sr. HR Business Partner

Riot’s People team exists to help Rioters make better decisions around its talent. We bring our expertise to all of those typical HR activities such as hiring, on-boarding, training and development, diversity and inclusion, performance management, benefits, perks, compensation, big events, labor relations, off-boarding so that all Rioters can flourish.

As HR Business Partners, we are not a compliance function and we don’t make decisions from an ivory tower. Instead, we focus on our needs, carefully listening to the problem spaces and working with Rioters to get to an optimal outcome. We view ourselves as trusted consultants and advisers with a specific expertise in all things “HR”. Working in HR at Riot enables you to redefine what positive human resource practices are. We re-imagine events, onboarding, perks, and communications so they resonate with our workforce.

As an HR Business Partner reporting to the Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner, you bring broad skills to the teams and programs you’re embedded on. You are the go-to resource for all things related to talent, ranging from performance management to total rewards. You are a culture promoter and a deployer of tools and programs that turn Rioter potential into performance and results. You’re undaunted by titles and can partner with anyone at any level to help with decisions and you know how to achieve results that make an impact. You listen to others and are sensitive to any communication style, and that makes it easy for anyone to talk to you; others trust you and feel comfortable coming to you with all the info, so any rising problems can be tackled proactively.

Your Impact

As an HRBP supporting multiple senior leaders across our combined Publishing, Esports and International organizations, you’ll report to the Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner and play a key role in translating business needs into impactful people solutions. You’ll play a key role in supporting teams in creating amazing player experiences through innovative org design, high performance culture, and global people strategies. You’re comfortable engaging at all levels of the organization, across multiple regions, ensuring the right conversations happen at the right time. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of the global business, maintaining close relationships with leaders and Rioters in assigned client groups to drive talent strategies that align with both immediate and long-term goals.
• Partner with managers and fellow HRBPs, globally to consult on organizational design, succession planning, talent assessment, and change management.
• Analyze HR metrics, trends and qualitative data to drive informed decision-making and provide insights/recommendations to senior leadership. 
• Partner with Centers of Excellence to design and implement people programs for your client groups, including performance management, compensation, and learning & development.
• Oversee people programs and cyclical initiatives, including annual compensation and continual performance management for assigned client groups; all with a focus on global alignment and consistency. 
• Manage employee relations issues, leave of absence and accommodation-related questions, partnering with HR Operations, Benefits and Rioter Relations teams to provide guidance to Rioters and managers.
• Think critically and connect various data points to support senior leads in aligning bespoke production needs with Riot’s best practices, guidelines and holistic business objectives. 

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a business partner role with a track record of progression.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Design, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Experience supporting complex, multi-function teams, and organizational administration; including experience supporting distributed teams and multiple workforce classifications.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and consulting skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Experience supporting diverse and global communities in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting entertainment, event production, or sports, or teams. 

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes your fellow Rioters, who are the customers of your work. Being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position!

Our Perks:

Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.

At Riot Games, we put players first. That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you’re working directly on a new player-facing experience or you’re supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we’re better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we’re looking forward to your application.

It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.