Senior Manager, Talent Management

Culver City, CAPeople – People Team /Full Time /On-siteAs a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to “level up” our talent. We’re searching for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. PERKS & BENEFITSUnlimited Vacation, Paid Sick Days & Holidays100% Employee Covered Medical, Dental, Vision Plan Base PlanLife Insurance, 401k, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits & MoreCatered Lunches & Well-stocked KitchensYoga & Wellness ActivitiesHappy HoursCompany EventsDog FriendlyJam City is looking for a Senior Manager, Talent Management, located in our Los Angeles office. They will report to the Senior Director, People & Culture, lead the People Partner team, and own the talent programs that drive performance and growth across Jam City. As a strategic partner to senior leaders, you will play a hands-on role in employee relations, performance management, career development, and organizational change, ensuring our people programs are effective, consistent, and aligned to business needs.RESPONSIBILITIES People PartnershipServe as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, influencing key strategic and operational decisionsAct as the escalation point for complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant outcomesGuide leaders through organizational change, aligning communication and infrastructure to support the businessCoach leaders at all levels to strengthen decision-making, leadership capability, and team effectivenessTalent ManagementCo-design the performance management program with Total Rewards & People Operations, and lead leader-facing execution, including goal setting, calibration, talent reviews, and succession planningBuild career frameworks and internal mobility programs in partnership with Total Rewards on job architectureLead manager development and leadership training, from new-manager onboarding to ongoing coaching and workshops Partner with Total Rewards & People Operations and Talent Acquisition so talent programs connect smoothly to compensation, promotions, and hiring Turn talent insights into action to drive performance and growth across Jam City, partnering with People Operations on the data and reporting behind them LeadershipLead, coach, and develop the People Partner team, setting clear priorities and building a high-performing, collaborative team of trusted advisors Champion the use of AI in talent programs and People Partner work, finding where AI can strengthen manager support, improve program delivery, and free the team for higher-value work Collaborate with global People teams to deliver consistent programs across regionsREQUIREMENTS 8+ years of HRBP or talent management experience, including ownership of company-wide talent programs2+ years managing HR or People Partner team membersProven ability to build credibility and partner with executive-level leadersExperience designing and launching performance management, career development, or leadership programsIn-depth knowledge of U.S. employment and labor laws; California employment law experience a plusHands-on experience using AI tools to improve HR workflowsStrong analytical skills with the ability to turn workforce data into clear recommendationsExperience in change management and leading organizational initiativesExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenMust be local to the greater Los Angeles area and able to work from the office 5 days a weekIn compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for this role. The range listed is just one component of Jam City's total compensation package for employees, which may also include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, certifications, location, business needs, or market demands. This range is based on a full-time position. This range may be modified in the future. In addition, Jam City provides a variety of benefits to employees, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, life, disability, and accident insurance. Pay Range: $150,000 — $180,000 salary per year.CHECK OUT LIFE AS A JAM CITIZEN:- Company news and events on our LinkedIn- Company Blog- Employee Feedback on our Comparably page- Find videos on our teams and games on our YoutubeOUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSIONWe believe in creating games that unite people across the world and that showcase our commitment to providing an environment that is both inclusive and diverse for our players and employees. We strive to create a workforce that is reflective of our global player community as we know that we are stronger and better when we play together. To help promote an inclusive culture, we celebrate the visible and invisible diversity of our Jam Citizens through initiatives including Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, trainings, speaker series, and more. Jam City is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, religion, ethnicity, marital, or domestic partnerships status, disability, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws. Our management is committed to following this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruiting, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.ABOUT JAM CITYJam City is a leading entertainment studio with a proven track record of creating some of the world’s most beloved casual puzzle and story-driven mobile games. As the creative force behind fan-favorite, award-winning titles such as Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, Cookie Jam and Panda Pop, Jam City develops engaging and dynamic games that become an enduring part of our players’ lives. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles with a global network of studios and talent. For more information, please visit.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.