Senior People Partner

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our People Partnering team in Toronto and currently looking for a Senior People Partner.

In this role you will act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, delivering expert HR guidance to drive performance and align people strategies with long-term business goals. You will lead the development of HR initiatives, manage complex employee relations matters, and provide impactful, people-focused solutions as a key member of the People Partnering team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Act as a trusted partner to executive and leadership teams on people strategy and matters, balancing business needs with global risk and local regulatory requirements;
• Lead strategic workforce planning and organizational design initiatives using data-driven insights to drive efficiency, scalability, and performance;
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, including workplace investigations, ensuring compliance and best practices;
• Drive cultural change initiatives and employee engagement strategies to foster high-performing, positive team environments;
• Provide guidance on talent management, including succession planning and employee retention, to build a strong future-ready talent pipeline;
• Lead and support change management initiatives, including team structures and realignments, to enable operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration;
• Collaborate with global and cross-functional P&C teams to drive continuous improvement in HR practices, talent development, and employee experience.

What you will bring to the role:

• Strong experience in Business Partnering, ideally 7+ years;
• Degree/diploma in Human Resources Management;
• Background working for tech companies is ideal, particularly in the start-up or scale-up phase;
• A natural communicator with the ability to make the complex simple;
• Ability to work autonomously with little or no supervision as well as part of a team that values collaboration;
• Ability to be comfortable with flux and manage change in an effective way;
• A results oriented mindset who can take big ideas away, synthesize them down into plans and execute on them.

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.  

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things. 

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Find out more at www.vgw.co

VGW Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.  Please advise our Talent Acquisition Specialist in advance should accommodation be required. 

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