Director – HR Business Partner

PrizePicks is a rapidly growing tech gaming company focused on innovation and delivering top-quality gaming experiences. Our team is comprised of passionate individuals committed to pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the industry. As we grow, we’re looking for a highly experienced and hands-on Director / HR Business Partners to lead and mentor our HRBP team while actively engaging in strategic HR initiatives.

Job Summary:

As the Director, HR Business Partners, you will be a pivotal leader, responsible for guiding our HRBP team in aligning HR initiatives with critical business objectives. This is a working manager role, requiring a tactile approach to HR strategy and execution. You will not only provide strategic oversight and development for a team of HRBPs but also directly partner with senior leadership, particularly with young and emerging leaders, to cultivate a culture of continuous development and organizational effectiveness. Your expertise will directly inform and execute our HR strategy, with a strong focus on talent management, employee engagement, leadership development, and operational excellence within the HRBP function.

What you’ll do:

• Strategic & Tactical Leadership:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR Business Partners, ensuring their continuous growth and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Actively participate in and guide the execution of strategic HR initiatives alongside your team, providing hands-on support and expertise.
  • Translate the overall People Operations strategy into actionable plans for the HRBP team, ensuring consistent and effective delivery.
  • Provide expert guidance on complex workforce planning, organizational structure, and performance management issues, often taking a direct role in resolution.
• Talent Development & Coaching:
  
  • In partnership with Talent Management, oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of tailored training and development programs for managers, with a particular focus on enhancing leadership capabilities for young and emerging leaders.
  • Actively foster a culture of mentorship and continuous learning, not just within the HRBP team, but across the organization, ensuring managers have the practical skills needed to succeed.
  • Provide direct coaching and guidance to leaders on talent development, performance, and employee relations.
• Employee Engagement & Relations:
  
  • Oversee and actively participate in regular assessments of employee engagement and satisfaction, leading the development and implementation of initiatives to address areas of improvement.
  • Serve as a primary trusted advisor and point of contact for complex employee relations matters, promoting an inclusive, supportive, and compliant workplace.
  • Ensure the HRBP team effectively manages employee relations, providing hands-on support for challenging cases.
• HR Compliance & Policy Development:
  
  • Ensure robust compliance with all employment regulations and company policies across the organization, actively reviewing and approving HR practices.
  • Lead the design, communication, and implementation of HR policies and procedures that reflect organizational values, industry best practices, and legal requirements.
  • Provide guidance and oversight to the HRBP team on compliance matters.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or senior HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a senior HR business partner or HR leadership role within a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Proven experience leading and managing a team of HR professionals.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with HR best practices, employment law, and organizational development.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and credibility at all levels of the organization, including with senior executives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data and metrics to inform strategic decision-making and drive impactful HR strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to be a "working manager" – comfortable leading a team while also actively participating in the execution of HR initiatives and solving complex problems directly.

What makes you stand out:

• Strategic thinking: Ability to think strategically and align HR strategies with overarching business goals to drive organizational success.
• Business acumen: Strong understanding of the business and industry to make informed decisions and provide effective, practical HR solutions.
• Influencing and collaboration: Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, communicate effectively, and influence key decision-makers, both individually and through the HRBP team.
• Change management: Ability to lead and manage change effectively across the organization, driving change initiatives with a hands-on approach to achieve desired outcomes.
• Data-driven decision-making: Ability to analyze and use data to make informed HR decisions, measure the impact of HR initiatives, and guide the HRBP team in data utilization.
• Talent management: Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent, and to instill these capabilities within the HRBP team.
• Problem-solving: Ability to identify and address complex HR issues, develop creative and practical solutions to meet business needs, and empower the HRBP team to do the same.
• Continuous learning: Commitment to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with HR trends and best practices, and fostering a culture of learning within the HRBP team.

Where you’ll live:

• This is a hybrid position based at our PrizePicks headquarters in Atlanta, GA. #LI-Hybrid