Job Application for Director, HR Business Partner at PlayStation Global

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Director, HR Business Partner
San Mateo, CA (hybrid) - will require coming onsite twice a week*

We seek a strategic Director, HR Business Partner to join our global People team and make a lasting impact by supporting executives who lead customer-facing and corporate functions within our business. Reporting to the Senior Director, HRBP for Sales, Marketing and Corporate Functions, you will act as a strategic thought partner and advisor to senior executives, developing a people strategy that delivers on business demands. You will support leaders navigating the complexity of change as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

This role offers the opportunity to work globally, influencing leaders as we build the future of SIE. You will drive the talent strategy and play a pivotal role in enabling team innovation and success. You will advocate for ongoing learning, innovation and collaboration within teams. As the HRBP, you lead the development and execution of a Human Capital Plan (HCP) that enables transformation and improves team effectiveness. Like data? We've got it. You will collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Talent Enablement and People Analytics to develop and deploy evidence-based, proactive solutions for your business.

What You Bring

15+ years of progressive HRBP experience in global, matrixed organizations - supporting executive leaders within the business or corporate functions.
Success as a trusted advisor and thought partner to C-suite leaders, with the gravitas and influence to drive impact at the highest levels.
Expertise in organizational strategy and change.
Strategic, data-driven growth mindset able to turn insights into action.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and a natural relationship-builder to leaders and employees alike.
Innate ability to sort through the noise and deliver what drives the greatest impact.
A sense of humor coupled with the ability to get the job done.

Requirements

Ability to travel internationally 4-5 times per year with business leaders as required (primarily London & Tokyo) with potential for additional domestic trips.
Onsite at our San Mateo campus 1-2 times/week (client dependent).
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

*PlayStation offers a global hybrid office/remote working model — Flex Modes — which aims to combine the flexibility of remote working with the magic of in-person collaboration. The model is built upon the principle of working together in-person as work requires, with the freedom to work remotely otherwise.

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$230,800 - $346,200 USD

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