NINTENDO OF AMERICA INC.

About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.
Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/ .

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

• At least ten (10) years of progressive experience driving business outcomes through the leadership, design, and delivery of varied talent programs and resources.
• Expert-level understanding of HR functions, talent management, and leadership practices. Expert-level consultation, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Experience and proven effectiveness leading talent programs with notable risk and complexity; building and directing strategy, execution, and resources to drive high-impact, high-quality solutions that are tailored to the needs of diverse client groups.
• Experience and proven effectiveness independently solving – and leading others to solve – ambiguous and complex problems with broad business impact.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite of products with emphasis on Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and effective ability to prioritize competing obligations for a variety of customers.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly confidential environment, moderate pace as appropriate, and produce an exceptional work product on time and with guidance in only the most complex situations
• Undergraduate degree in Business, Human Resources, a related field, or equivalent.

THE SR PRINCIPAL - LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS ROLE

Are you passionate about helping leaders harness their potential and maximize their effectiveness in support of organizational success? Our Sr Principal – Leadership Programs together with a direct report, will first focus on building a deep and complex understanding of the organization, our culture, and our employee and leadership needs. Grounded in this understanding, they will build and lead a comprehensive, multimodal suite of bespoke leadership programs and tools, from concept to implementation. These may include the development of leadership academies and leader development opportunities, 360° feedback coaching, succession planning, and leader meeting facilitation. The Sr Principal will also serve as a trusted advisor, coach, and facilitator for leaders across the organization.
You’re an ideal candidate for this role if you are an engaged and pioneering leadership expert who has a strong drive for taking initiative and a passion for creating and delivering leadership solutions that are masterfully tailored to the needs of the business. A thoughtful, client-centered approach is crucial to how we work at Nintendo – so, proven experience anticipating, understanding, and responding to diverse senior leadership needs and successfully translating this awareness into high-impact programs and interventions that resonate with target audiences will be key to your success.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Owns and develops the comprehensive strategy and resource allocation for a core Talent Management program based on deep understanding of the business, employee needs, and industry best practices
• Leads the design and execution of high-impact solutions to complex business problems with a broad impact on the organization, ensuring that solutions align
• Leads a small program team – delegating tasks, providing clear expectations, and providing coaching and development – to ensure high-quality execution and successful outcomes across all program components.
• Serve as a senior-level consultant to business and HR leaders, translating complex Talent Management concepts into actionable guidance and partnering on the successful, client-focused adoption and implementation of a variety of Talent Management solutions.
• Collects and synthesizes internal and external data – including employee feedback, leadership input, HR data, and industry trends – to inform strategy and continually improve program outcomes.
• Oversees the creation and delivery of high-impact executive level resources and experiences including presentations, workshops, frameworks, and toolkits that support development, leadership, performance, and engagement goals.
• Ensures excellence in change management and stakeholder communication to drive adoption and impact of Talent Management programs across the organization.
• Leverages expert knowledge of Talent Management practices and strategy, strong internal relationships, and a robust understanding of organizational and client needs to anticipate problems and influence and drive successful outcomes.
• Contributes to the broader Talent, Talent Management, and HR strategy as a member of the Talent Leadership Team, collaborating to align approaches, share insights, and support cross-functional initiatives
• Continuously expands breadth and depth of Talent Management expertise; shares knowledge to elevate the capabilities of the team and educates HR and business leaders and executives on best practices and evolving trends.

APPLICANTS MUST BE LEGALLY ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES TO BE CONSIDERED. VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.
This position includes a base salary range of $169,000 - $235,000 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information.

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