The Opportunity...Centerfield is looking for an energetic, resourceful People Partner to join our People team in our Playa Vista headquarters. Reporting directly to the HR Director, Corporate, this role is the ultimate generalist launchpad - a high-visibility, hands-on opportunity for someone who wants to touch every facet of the employee lifecycle in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
In this role, you will act as a core operational engine and trusted partner for Managers and Sr. Managers across our corporate teams. From front-line manager coaching, performance guidance, and employee relations to immigration case management, talent acquisition support, and high-impact ad hoc people initiatives, no two days will look the same. If you are naturally curious, love solving ambiguous problems, and thrive as the go-to person for all things HR, this is the role for you.
How You'll Contribute...Manager Enablement & People Advisory
- Serve as a direct HR partner and trusted sounding board for Managers and Sr. Managers across corporate teams.
- Coach and guide managers on team communication, performance management, employee development, and early conflict resolution.
- Help leaders navigate day-to-day employee concerns, reinforcing consistent policy application and practical problem-solving.
- Partner with the HR Director on sensitive or complex employee relations matters, documentation, and performance improvement plans.
Immigration & Global Mobility Support
- Act as the primary internal point of contact for corporate immigration and visa sponsorship processes.
- Partner with external immigration counsel, foreign national employees, and hiring managers to manage visa petitions (H-1B, TN, Green Cards, STEM OPT extensions, etc.).
- Track visa milestone dates, petition filings, and compliance documentation (such as Public Access Files) with precision and confidentiality.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Support
- Partner dynamically with the Talent Acquisition team during peak hiring cycles and critical business pushes.
- Support corporate onboarding workflows to ensure new hires experience a seamless, engaging first 90 days.
People Operations & Cross-Functional Projects
- Serve as a central connector and "catch-all" resource for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, leaves, and general workplace resources.
- Partner with Payroll, Benefits, and HRIS to ensure smooth data updates, reporting line changes, and lifecycle documentation.
- Lead and support a wide variety of ad hoc People initiatives-ranging from employee engagement events and recognition programs to process rollouts and operational documentation.
- Identify operational bottlenecks in day-to-day HR workflows and propose creative, scalable solutions.
What We're Looking For...- 4+ years of progressive HR experience in a generalist, HR coordinator, or HR partner capacity.
- Hands-on experience advising and coaching Managers and Sr. Managers through everyday people matters and team challenges.
- Working exposure to employment visa and immigration processes (coordinating with external immigration attorneys and tracking petition timelines).
- Experience providing flexible, ad hoc support to Talent Acquisition teams during hiring ramps.
- Solid foundational knowledge of federal, California, and local employment regulations and workplace best practices.
- High degree of resourcefulness and adaptability - someone who thrives when wearing multiple hats and navigating ambiguous, evolving priorities.
- Stellar verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Proactive mindset with a genuine desire to learn, grow, and touch all areas of the People Operations ecosystem.
- Prior experience in a tech or high-growth corporate environment is a strong plus
Life at Centerfield...- This is a hybrid position, and employees are expected to come into our Playa Vista, CA office every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
- Competitive salary + semi-annual bonus
- Unlimited PTO - take a break when you need it!
- Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans + generous parental leave
- 401(k) company match plan - fully vested on day 1
- Outside patio overlooking Playa Vista + cabanas, firepits & working grills
- Award-winning culture & unprecedented team spirit (featured in LA Business Journal & Built In LA)
- Fully stocked kitchens with snacks & drinks
- Breakroom supplied with games, couches, workout equipment + weekly in-office exercise classes hosted by professional instructors (yoga, kickboxing & circuit training)
- Free onsite gym + locker rooms
- Monthly team outings (ball games, casino night, hikes, etc.)
- Career growth - we enjoy promoting from within!
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AI & Interview PolicyAt Centerfield, we use AI tools internally to support efficiency and fairness in our hiring process, including resume screening and administrative tasks.
Candidates are welcome to use AI tools ethically to prepare for interviews, such as practicing responses or researching questions. However, all responses during the interview process should reflect your own knowledge, experience, and judgment.
The use of AI tools to generate responses during live interviews, technical assessments, or written submissions is not permitted unless explicitly stated otherwise.
To learn more, visit us Here.Interviews will take place after resumes have been screened for the minimum requirements. Please note that this position is not restricted solely to the responsibilities listed above and that the job scope and responsibilities are subject to change.
