HR Manager

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

This position is based in Oakville and will report to the Vice President of Global Talent and HR Operations.

**WHAT WE DO**:

- The Rockstar Games HR Team is responsible for empowering our employees to reach their greatest potential and create the ground-breaking games we're known for.
- We partner with senior leadership to drive proactive strategies of engagement, wellbeing, operations, and learning & development.
- We collaborate as a global HR team to develop new initiatives and programs to bring out the best in our teams.
- We ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive working environment through guidance, compliance, and leading by example.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Partner closely with and support Studio Management and the Global HR leadership team by leading and delivering complete and cohesive HR process, programs and initiatives to the studio.
- Ensure all people-related global Rockstar policies and best practices are communicated and maintained throughout Rockstar Toronto.
- Advise, coach and support management on employee relations, such as, employee retention, mental health, disciplinary and grievance, and performance management issues while seeking legal support as required.
- Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding for a smooth seamless experience across all areas while supporting team leads and managers.
- Oversee the annual performance review cycle for the studio and leverage the Learning and Organizational team to offer full support, guidance, and training.
- Partner with our multiple stakeholders across the operational spectrum in both Rockstar and T2, including payroll, compensation, benefits, immigration, legal, compliance.
- Oversee and manage the internal mobility and immigration requirements ensuring compliance with current legislation.
- Maintain and accurately manage documentation and employee information with our HRIS.
- Produce employee metrics and reporting using in-house reporting tools as required.
- Work closely with Admin, Workplace Services, and IT teams in the day-to-day operations of the studio, maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
- Promote and support Rockstar culture within Rockstar Toronto.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelor's Degree in an HR-related discipline or similar.
- A minimum of 10 years in HR with 5 years in a HR lead/manager role.
- Excellent understanding of current Ontario/Canadian employment legislation and best practice.
- Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Highly flexible and approachable, understanding shifting priorities based on organizational and business direction.
- Adaptable and confident dealing with various stakeholders of all levels.
- Confidentiality, diplomacy, and commitment to the needs of Rockstar employees are essential.

**SKILLS**:

- Capable of working autonomously, prioritizing their own work, understanding when and where to seek guidance and approval, while managing a team.
- Must have excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Confidentiality, diplomacy and commitment to the needs of Rockstar is a priority.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel), communication tools, and HR systems.

**PLUSES**:

- Global HR experience with large matrix environments.
- Previous HR experience within the Creative Industries - video games, film, television, music.
- Experience with Workday.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Background or strong understanding in HR operations.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.