Job Description
Bonfire is seeking an HR Business Partner (HRBP) who’s ready to immerse themselves in the world of game development!
In this role, you’ll collaborate with visionary leaders, passionate managers, and talented creators to build impactful people programs that drive engagement, elevate performance, and fuel our studio’s growth.
You’ll take the lead on strategic initiatives, shaping leadership and development opportunities that empower our team to do their best work.
If you thrive in creative environments, love building people programs from the ground up, and are passionate about helping both leaders and employees grow, we’d love to hear from you!
We believe gathering meaningfully is an important part of our collaboration and creative process, which means this role will require in-office presence in our Irvine office 2-3 times per week (Wednesday/Thursday and any other days as needed). Don't worry, we've got you covered with in-office lunches, lots of snacks and your favorite beverages too!
What You'll DoAct as a trusted advisor to studio leads and campers providing guidance on navigating team dynamics, career growth, and performance managementChampion and amplify our company culture, ensuring all people initiatives are aligned with our culture, sensibilities and evolving team dynamicsDesign and implement custom studio-wide learning and development programs for both managers and individual contributorsWork on key people initiatives, such as talent and performance management and employee engagementHelp scale HR processes and programs that create efficiency without bureaucracy, allowing the company to grow while staying agileIdentify trends and use data to make strategic recommendations that will enhance the employee experience.Address employee concerns with a thoughtful, balanced approach, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes that support both individuals and the businessWhat We're Looking For8+ years HR experience in companies that value both high performance and a team-first approach. Prior gaming/entertainment experience is a mustExperience building and implementing leadership training, career development frameworks, or coaching programsStrong ability to partner with leads and managers to support their teamsAbility to quickly build trust across all levels of an organization and serve as a strategic thought partnerHands-on experience with performance management, employee relations, and organizational developmentComfort in fast-moving, high-growth environments, where adaptability and critical thinking are keyExcellent communication and facilitation skills, with an ability to motivate and educate employeesThe base salary for this position is $195,000 annually. If your experience is more (principal level) or less (mid-level), your salary will be more/less than that rate (based on market data). We consider candidates' potential impact holistically, not just their years of experience or skill level. There is also more to our total comp package than salary, we offer equity to every new hire as well as a comprehensive benefits package and more. We will be happy to share more about our compensation opportunities when we chat with you! You can learn more about Bonfire's studio culture, team, benefits, and perks on our website: www.bonfirestudios.com. Any information you submit is used for recruiting purposes only, and is never shared. You can learn more in our privacy policy. Estimated Salary Range
Our AI-powered salary intelligence estimates this position's salary to be between $80,000 - $110,000. The actual salary may vary based on factors such as experience, location, and market trends.
