Senior Manager, HRBP - China

2 Months ago • 10 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

As the Senior Manager, HRBP for China, you will lead HR support for Riot’s China office, partnering with business leaders and central HR teams. You will drive talent reviews, succession planning, and development strategies. Responsibilities include leading performance management cycles, strengthening employee engagement, and collaborating with Talent Acquisition on hiring processes. You will also manage workforce planning, analyze people data, implement policies, champion Riot’s culture, and manage employee relations. This role requires a strong understanding of HR functions, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior leaders. Requires leading cross-functional people initiatives and building persuasive business cases. You will report to the Director, HRBP [APAC/China].
Must have:
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience
  • 4+ years leading HRBPs or HR teams
  • Fluent in Mandarin and English
  • Strategic understanding of HR functions
Good to have:
  • Experience in gaming, entertainment, or tech industries
  • Lead through change and ambiguity
  • Experience working in multinational or matrixed organizations

Job Details

Riot Games was established in 2006 by entrepreneurial gamers who believe that player-focused game development can result in great games. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to critical and player acclaim. As the most played video game in the world, over 100 million play every month. Players form the foundation of our community and it’s for them that we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

We’re looking for humble but ambitious, razor-sharp professionals who can teach us a thing or two. We promise to return the favor. Like us, you take play seriously; you’re passionate about games. We embrace those who see things differently, aren’t afraid to experiment, and who have a healthy disregard for constraints.

That's where you come in.

As the Senior Manager, HRBP for China, you will be the HRBP lead supporting Riot’s China office, along with our Senior HRBP. You'll act as a trusted partner/advisor to business leaders and partner closely with central HRBPs, and Centers of Excellence (COEs) to align people strategies to support business goals, enhance employee engagement, and foster a high-performance culture. 

This role requires strong business acumen, deep HR expertise, and a proactive mindset to influence and drive impactful people solutions aligned with company goals. In addition, a culturally attuned leader who can drive talent outcomes, lead through change, and foster a "One HR Team" mindset across HRBPs, COEs, and Shared Services. You will report to the Director, HRBP [APAC/China].

Responsibilities

Organizational & Talent Development

  • Partner with China business leaders to drive talent reviews, succession planning, and development strategies that address current gaps and future needs, in collaboration with central HRBPs. 
  • Lead performance management cycles, ensuring alignment with business outcomes through effective process, training, and calibration. 
  • Strengthen Rioter engagement and retention by supporting leadership onboarding, manager effectiveness (via coaching, training, and feedback), and change management efforts tied to org design, performance, culture, and D&I.

Talent Acquisition & Internal Mobility

  • Collaborate closely with Talent Acquisition to shape search strategies for key and leadership roles, ensure a smooth and aligned hiring process, and actively participate in candidate interviews and evaluation. 
  • Oversee and enhance internal mobility processes, including domestic and international transfers, to support talent movement and development.

Workforce Planning & People Analytics

  • Lead workforce and staffing planning efforts in collaboration with Finance, central HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders. 
  • Leverage people data and KPIs to deliver actionable insights that inform decision-making, forecast future needs, and guide organizational planning.

Talent Programs & Policy Implementation

  • Provide local perspective and guidance on the implementation of global People policies and programs
  • Act as a feedback loop to central HRBPs, Talent Management and COE teams to ensure initiatives are culturally relevant, operationally effective, and responsive to evolving business needs.
  • Support HRBPs and business leaders in resolving day-to-day People issues and escalate to appropriate partners as needed.

Employee Relations & Culture Leadership

  • Be a champion of Riot’s culture and values, driving positive behaviors and cultivating a healthy, inclusive, and high-performing workplace environment.
  • Partner with the Rioter Relations team to manage sensitive issues, including investigations and conflict resolution. 
  • Coach managers on handling performance and conduct matters with consistency and care. 

Required Qualifications

  • Fluent in Mandarin and English, both written and verbal
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 4+ years leading HRBPs or HR teams
  • Demonstrated expertise in at least one core HR discipline (e.g., org design, talent development, compensation), with a strategic understanding of how HR functions interact
  • Track record of leading cross-functional people initiatives and successfully influencing senior business leaders
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to build persuasive, insight-driven business cases
  • Exceptional emotional intelligence, cultural agility, and discretion when managing sensitive topics
  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the gaming, entertainment, or tech industries
  • Proven ability to lead through change and ambiguity in a dynamic, high-growth environment
  • Experience working in multi-national or matrixed organizations

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