Program Manager, People Experiences

Description:

• We are hiring a Program Manager, People Experiences to lead programs that support our overall studio culture and people experiences under the chief of staff’s office. The candidate will work with the chief of staff to develop and execute the talent engagement strategy for the studio, working with hiring managers and studio stakeholders on talent outreach and development. The candidate will also collaborate with other studio stakeholders to develop and execute on our studio’s onboarding and retention programs, contributing to the advancement of studio morale and overall culture.
• The candidate will have the ability to develop creative solutions that combine knowledge of hiring requirements and staffing partnerships, along with retention programs aimed at creating an excellent, industry-leading work environment and experience. In addition, the candidate should be capable of managing multiple initiatives and projects simultaneously while developing short- and long-term strategies that support people experiences within AAA gaming studio. This necessitates the candidate bringing an innovative, collaborative presence to the role and ultimately drives execution to realize business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with our internal recruiting team on full life cycle recruitment, including job description creation and posting, candidate relationship management, scheduling interviews, and coordinating hiring setup and logistics
• Build strong partnerships with studio hiring managers and other stakeholders to understand their talent needs and provide guidance on effective hiring best practices
• Utilize various tools and methods to source and attract a pool of qualified and diverse candidates for roles across the studio
• Promote the organization as an employer of choice through effective communication and strategies
• Continue ongoing research of competitive landscape and market insights/trends to remain current and relevant
• Track data to identify areas for improvement and provide regular reports of hiring activity to stakeholders
• Deploy studio onboarding to facilitate a smooth onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a positive transition to the studio
• Work with the chief of staff to develop planning and strategy related to culture and morale programs across the studio
• Assist with other special projects as needed

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3 years of experience in recruitment, human resources, or closely related role
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly and independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with current tools and best practices for sourcing and recruiting top tech industry talent
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment
• Proficiency with application-tracking software and/or other recruitment systems
• General understanding of AAA gaming cycle
• Preferred qualifications
• 1 years of experience in recruitment in the games industry, preferably at a AAA studio
• Experience coordinating/working with Microsoft’s internal talent acquisition team and practices

Compensation:

• Up to $30.00 (Depending on Location/W2/Non-Exempt)

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