Firesprite is a visionary game development studio based in the heart of Liverpool.
Proud to be an integral part of the PlayStation Studios family, we create showcase games that take players on thrilling journeys, with memorable characters, captivating narratives, and shared moments of excitement. Our commitment to the core values of Inclusivity, Bravery, Responsiveness, and Entrepreneurialism is a key driving force behind our work culture.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager, HR who will be responsible for delivering the studio HR strategy, ensuring alignment with wider Playstation Studios and SIE global HR initiatives!
Ideally, we would love individuals to be based in the Liverpool studio for 1-3 days per week.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Coaching and advising the studio Leadership Team and Discipline Heads on all HR related activities, in line with policy, process and best practice
• Managing of complex and high-risk employee relations matters, where appropriate
• Maintaining HR policies, process maps and associated templates/documentation, in line with legal and SIE requirements, as well as the studio needs.
• Enhancing and streamlining HR Processes as required resulting in increased efficiency and improved HR service delivery
• Supporting the studio Leadership Team and Discipline Heads deliver cyclical HR activities including but not limited to performance appraisal, compensation reviews, talent management and succession planning
• Overseeing initiatives to enhance culture and employee engagement at the studio, including but not limited to the engagement committee, engagement surveys, recognition and reward
• Championing DE&I initiatives within the studio, alongside PlayStation Studios and SIE, to increase diversity, equity and inclusion for Sprites
• Supporting with the creation and delivery of training to managers and our Sprites on HR related activities and initiatives, for example performance management, managing teams and DE&I.
• Compiling and analyzing HR metrics for the studio Leadership Team to provide meaningful insights and reporting on trends
• General HR administration to assist the HR team as required, including maintenance of the HR Management System and monitoring of the HR Inbox
• Completing any other ad hoc HR related activities, as required
• Leading a small team – managing, mentoring and overseeing the development of our senior HR advisor.