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Hazelight, a renowned video game developer, seeks an HR Generalist with 3+ years of experience to create a positive and inclusive work environment, manage compensation programs, and ensure compliance. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills are essential. Fluency in English and Swedish is required.

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our Operations team. This role will cover a broad range of HR responsibilities, with a particular focus on enhancing our work environment, strengthening employee relations, promoting diversity and inclusion, and managing compensation programs. If you're passionate about HR and committed to building a great workplace culture, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us:

Hazelight is a renowned video game development studio known for creating innovative and engaging gaming experiences. Led by the visionary director Josef Fares, we are the creators of the critically acclaimed titles "It Takes Two" (Game of the Year 2021), "A Way Out," and "Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons." Our mission is to push the boundaries of interactive storytelling and deliver exceptional entertainment to players worldwide. We value creativity, collaboration, and continuously striving to create games that resonate deeply with our audience.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement initiatives to create a positive and inclusive work environment.
  • Handle employee relations issues, facilitate open communication, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Own compensation programs and payroll management.
  • Conduct market research to ensure competitive and equitable practices, and provide guidance on compensation-related matters.
  • Support change management processes, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with organizational goals.

What we are looking for:

  • We value a down-to-earth and collaborative ‘prestigelös’ attitude, where no task is too small for anyone on the team.
  • Proactive and willing to engage in various HR areas, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong understanding of Swedish employment law and compensation benchmarks.
  • Fluency in both English and Swedish.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects independently and efficiently.
  • 3+ years of experience in HR 
  • Previous experience in the gaming industry is a plus.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work with 3 days per week at the office.
  • 30 days vacation.
  • Max-allowance of Friskvårdbidrag.
  • A very competitive yearly profit share bonus.
  • A fun and dynamic work environment.

Join us and be part of a team committed to making a difference in our workplace. If you like what you read please send your cover letter and CV in English. 

About The Company

Hazelight is a Swedish game development studio founded by Josef Fares in 2014. We are based in Stockholm with our offices located in the beautiful facility Münchenbryggeriet by the waterfront.

We aim to push the boundaries for interactive storytelling and engaging emotional experiences. The core team from the acclaimed Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons currently works at Hazelight.

Hazelight’s first game, A Way Out, was released on March 23, 2018 and published by EA under the Originals label.

Now we’re working on our next game It Takes Two! 

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