What's the position?As the Business Partner - People Development, you will play a pivotal role in executing the People Development Strategy across the business. This position involves the design, facilitation, implementation and evaluation of People Development Roadmap to enhance Team Member capability around behavior, skills, knowledge, and performance. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to identify development needs, develop and facilitate effective solutions, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering:
- Contribute to the development and communication of the People Development strategic vision.
- Build strong relationships with business leaders to understand their priorities, upcoming changes and talent risks, so development plans support business goals.
- Collaborate with the People Team's senior leaders to integrate learning initiatives to support People Development and overall business strategies.
Learning Program Management:
- Design, implement, and manage a variety of learning programs, including leadership, coaching and other soft skills development.
- Ensure programs are aligned with industry best practices and tailored to meet the specific needs of the business.
Needs Assessment and Analysis:
- Conduct regular needs assessments to identify skill gaps and learning priorities across the business.
Learning Technology Integration:
- Stay abreast of emerging learning technologies and tools to enhance the delivery and accessibility of training programs.
- Monitor subscriptions for learning platforms across the business and provide data to inform decision-making for utilization purposes
Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with the People Team, department heads, and subject matter experts to gather insights and ensure training content is relevant.
• Tailor how you communicate to learners and stakeholders alike, whether you're running a session for frontline teams, coaching a manager, or presenting program impact to senior leaders.
Performance Evaluation:
- Establish metrics and analysis to measure the impact of and return on investment of learning programs on individual, departmental and organizational performance.
- Contribute to the evaluation of Return on Impact and Investment through analysis of People Development programs effectiveness.
- Recommend adjustments to ensure desired outcomes are met and products within the People Development portfolio are continuously evolving to ensure effective learning initiatives.
What are we looking for?We are looking for an individual who has excellent written and verbal communication skills. The role is best suited for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a passion for sports and gaming.
You will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Learning and Development, Human Resources or professional equivalent.
- Professional certification in learning and development, facilitation or coaching preferred, such as through the Association for Talent Development, International Association of Facilitators or International Coaching Federation.
- Proven experience in leadership and soft skills development, with a track record of successfully implementing impactful training programs.
- Demonstrated expertise in facilitating interactive, participant-centred sessions, using discussion, practice, real-world application and feedback.
- Strong understanding of andragogy principles, instructional design, and learning technologies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and, leadership skills and experience.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align learning initiatives with organizational goals.
- Familiarity with industry trends and best practices in learning and development.
- Experience in the Gaming Industry a distinct advantage
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the learning culture within HRD, drive people development, and contribute to overall business success. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for developing talent, we invite you to apply for this key People Development position.
What's in it for you?We offer our team members more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Options
- Employee Discounts
- Advancement Opportunities
- Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand
