Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the role
The mission of our People Partner is to support global initiatives, remote-first talent management initiatives of Fortis. You are an expert in Canadian and US policies offering guidance and support to the wider People Team. You have experience as a strategic people team business partner and a proven record of working for a global company. You understand how to be successful in a remote-first company and thrive in creating great workplaces globally.
What you’ll achieve
- Contribute to the execution of people-related initiatives that align with the Fortis’ goals. Collaborate with People Partners to deliver HR solutions that meet business needs.
- Work closely with managers in G&A to understand their needs and help scale the talent management team in a remote-first, global environment.
- Provide administrative support for global mobility processes and help organize knowledge-sharing sessions on relevant topics.
- Collaborating with other People Partners with tasks related to Employee Relations, HR policies, talent planning, performance management, and project related tasks. Offer basic coaching and guidance under supervision.
- Help promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in day-to-day activities and interactions, ensuring alignment with company values
What you’ll need to be successful
- 5+ years working in People (HR) with at least 2+ years in a People Partner (HRBP) role
- Adaptive and experienced change partner who can proactively support initiatives across geographies, effectively implementing a strategy for localization
- Proven advisor to stakeholders on performance and compensation cycles and demonstrate expertise in Talent Management to include people strategies and enforcing global standards.
- Experience in supporting employee relations issues globally and able to guide stakeholders through conflict resolution.
- Effectively collaborates cross-functionally and builds and maintains strong stakeholder support.
- Experience with offboarding process at a global scale
- Fluency in English
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
- We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
- Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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