Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner Requisition ID: R028316 Job Description: Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner Department: Human Resources Location: This role is based in our Austin, Texas office and follows a Monday-Friday onsite work schedule. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic consultant, trusted advisor, and thought partner to business and creative leaders. This role plays a critical part in shaping organizational effectiveness, talent strategies, and people initiatives that drive near-term results and long-term business growth. The HRBP will collaborate with leaders in Central QA to align business objectives with people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Operating with influence and agility, this role leverages data-driven insights and cultural awareness to deliver forward-looking solutions in areas such as talent planning, performance management, employee development, mobility, rewards, organizational design, and change management. The ideal partner is a strategic, analytical, and collaborative HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, highly matrixed environment. Key Responsibilities Build strong consultative partnerships with assigned client groups, serving as a trusted advisor and key HR point of contact for leaders and employees. Provide guidance on policies, procedures, and employment regulations with sound judgment and discretion. Partner with leaders to define and execute people strategies and initiatives that support both short- and long-term business priorities. Focus on workforce planning, organizational design, succession readiness, and strengthening team structure, leadership capability, and organizational health to drive efficiency and engagement. Coach and partner with leaders and employees to identify development opportunities, provide actionable feedback, and connect them to resources and programs that build capability, enhance performance, and support retention. Lead and support change management efforts, equipping leaders to communicate effectively, anticipate impacts, and maintain trust, clarity, and engagement through periods of organizational change. Partner with leaders on goal setting, performance management, calibration, and development planning to strengthen capability, consistency, and talent outcomes. Work closely with the Employee Relations and Labor Relations teams to ensure fair, consistent, and transparent resolution of issues; proactively identify and mitigate people-related risks. Collaborate with leaders and the broader HR organization to develop and implement programs that foster inclusion, belonging, and employee engagement. Use data and analytics to identify trends, measure impact, and inform decision-making, translating insights into actionable recommendations that shape people and organizational strategies. Partner with HR Centers of Excellence including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, and Learning & Development, to deliver seamless, integrated HR solutions across the employee lifecycle. Drive clear and consistent communication, ensuring that HR programs, initiatives, and organizational changes are effectively shared and understood across teams. Actively participate in annual business planning, workforce forecasting, and talent reviews to ensure alignment between people strategies and business outcomes. Player Profile Minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience, including proven success as a strategic business partner in a complex, fast-paced, and creative or technical organization. Deep understanding of leadership development, performance management, and workforce planning. Demonstrated ability to advise and influence leaders, skilled at building trust and credibility at all levels. Able to translate business objectives into actionable people strategies and deliver measurable outcomes. Uses analytics and metrics to diagnose issues, measure impact, and inform recommendations. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; adept at simplifying complex ideas and presenting to executive audiences. High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment in managing sensitive matters. A team player who partners effectively across HR disciplines and functions to drive holistic solutions. Bonus Points Proven ability to navigate and partner effectively in union environments and maintaining compliance. HR experience in entertainment, gaming, or technology industries. Proficiency in Workday, Excel, and PowerPoint. Comfortable leveraging AI tools to accelerate research, analysis, and problem-solving while applying sound judgment to validate outputs for accuracy and quality. Our World At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up. Ready to Activate Your Future? The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners. We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected]. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance; 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching; Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave; Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others; If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/. In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $74,020.00 - $136,944.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. Activision Blizzard, Inc. is the world’s largest interactive entertainment company, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Skylanders®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™, and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! We’re proud to be recognized as one of FORTUNE’s "100 Best Companies To Work For®” for five consecutive years and have earned a spot on FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies,” and “Future 50” lists. Our 10,000+ global employees are some of the best and brightest talents across entertainment, media, and technology. 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