Senior HR Generalist

Larian Studios; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Guildford is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support its team. The successful candidate will develop HR policies, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with labor laws. Strong communication skills and a people-oriented approach are essential. Join a collaborative environment with a focus on delivering high-quality games, while benefiting from an international team of experts.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Experienced managerial team

Inclusive activities organized by employees

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as an HR Generalist.
• Up-to-date understanding of pay rates and benefits.
• Experience with HR metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with company goals.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
• Act as a point of contact for employee relations.

Skills

People-oriented

Results-driven

Knowledge of HR systems

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Experience in fast-growing companies

Job description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Senior HR Generalist to join the team and support us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Senior HR Generalist

Responsibilities

• Policy Development: Develop, implement, and monitor HR policies and initiatives aligned with Larian’s environment, goals, and ethos. Ensure policies are communicated effectively to employees and applied consistently across the organisation.
• HR Systems: Develop and implement HR systems and procedures across the organisation.
• HR Data Management: Maintain accurate employee records, update HR databases, and generate reports related to employee demographics, turnover, and other HR metrics to support business decision-making.
• Employee Relations: Act as a point of contact for employees regarding workplace issues, grievances, and conflict resolution. Help ensure a positive work environment and address any concerns or disputes that arise.
• Benefits and Compensation: Assist in conducting compensation and benefits analyses and make recommendations for adjustments.
• Employee Life Cycle: Manage the employee experience throughout the employee life cycle.
• Performance Management: Assist in implementing and managing performance appraisal systems, ensuring strategies and processes remain aligned with the company’s talent management and workforce plans to enhance engagement and support business growth.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with labour laws, employment regulations, and company policies. Stay up to date with changes in labour legislation and make necessary updates to HR practices and policies.
• Training: Assess training needs and apply and monitor training programmes.
• HR Projects: Participate in various HR projects, including organisational restructuring, process improvements, and HR software implementations.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as an HR Generalist
• People-oriented and results-driven
• Up-to-date understanding of current pay rates, benefits, and industry trends
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, collaboration, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Experience working in fast-growing companies and creative industries
• Demonstrable ability to own, execute, and deliver on short- and long-term projects.
• This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration

What We Offer

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
• Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees