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At PrizePicks, we are the fastest-growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Our team of over 450 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. Ready to reimagine the DFS industry together?
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
Benefits you’ll receive:
In addition to your great compensation package, full-time employees will be eligible for the following perks:
- Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Annual bonus
- Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
- Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
- Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
- Company-wide in-person events and team outings
- Lifestyle enhancement program
- Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
- Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development
You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
PrizePicks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.