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Senior People Business Partner — Corporate
The Role
As a key member of the People team, the People Business Partner (Corporate) will lead strategic People and HR support for Gametime's corporate functions, including Tech, Product, Design, G&A, and other salaried, exempt teams. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, focusing on organizational effectiveness, performance management, employee engagement, and growth enablement.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate expert-level knowledge in people practices, compliance, and strategic planning, with a strong lens on equity, scalability, and excellence in employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as strategic People advisor to department heads across corporate teams (e.g., Engineering, Product, Finance, Marketing, Legal).
- Lead and execute People strategies aligned with business priorities, including workforce planning, performance management, org design, and team health.
- Coach managers and leaders on effective people practices that drive employee engagement, team dynamics, and performance.
- Collaborate with Talent, L&D, and People Operations to scale onboarding, development, and succession programs.
- Drive resolution of complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with federal and state labor laws.
- Partner with legal and compliance teams to ensure proactive policy updates and mitigate risk.
- Facilitate organizational change management, ensuring smooth transitions during growth, realignment, or restructure.
- Analyze people metrics and trends — including AI-powered insights — to inform decisions, identify improvement areas, and measure program impact.
Key Competencies
Technical Skills
- Deep understanding of HR and People systems, employment law, and compliance across multiple states.
- Proficiency with HRIS (ADP preferred), performance management platforms, and analytics dashboards.
Interpersonal Skills
- High emotional intelligence and demonstrated ability to influence at all levels.
- Clear, compassionate, and proactive communication style.
Leadership Competencies
- Trusted partner and strategic advisor with a bias for action.
- Ability to build strong partnerships and lead through influence, not just authority.
Problem Solving & Decision-Making
- Solution-oriented mindset with strong critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
- Analytical capabilities to interpret data, spot trends, and design data-backed interventions.
AI Literacy & Innovation
- Champion the responsible use of AI and automation across People practices, modeling curiosity, experimentation, and practical adoption.
- Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, HR analytics platforms) to streamline workflows, enhance employee experience, and support data-informed decision-making.
- Coach managers and leaders on developing AI literacy within their teams and identifying opportunities to integrate AI for improved efficiency and insight.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate and pilot emerging technologies that elevate employee performance, engagement, and growth enablement.
- Promote a learning mindset around AI by sharing resources, leading training sessions, and contributing to the development of internal guidance and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive People and HR experience, including experience supporting corporate/exempt teams.
- Strong working knowledge of US employment law and HR compliance.
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, fully remote organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR).
- Experience supporting tech or product-driven teams.
- Familiarity with AI tools and platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) and their application in People Operations or employee development.
- Familiarity with compensation review cycles, equity programs, and engagement survey tools.
Performance Metrics
- Achievement of org health targets (engagement, retention, etc.).
- Delivery and adoption of people programs in corporate functions.
- Manager enablement scores and feedback.
- Compliance and audit metrics (zero missed deadlines/errors).
- Timeliness and quality of employee relations resolution.
What We Can Offer:
- Flexible PTO
- Competitive salary & equity package
- Monthly Gametime credits for any event ($1,200/yr)
- Medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Diverse Family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
- 401k, HSA, pre-tax savings programs
- Company off-sites and meet-ups
- Wellness programs
- Tenure recognition
At Gametime pay ranges are subject to change and assigned to a job based on specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.
United States - Pay Range
$171,633 - $201,921 USD
Gametime is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, parental status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.
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