Director, People Innovation

At Arkadium our purpose is to have fun while creating fun - and that’s exactly what we’ve been doing for 20 years. We’re the creators behind the world’s most-played games. From the Solitaire that came on your Windows machine, to hundreds of other games you’ve come to know and love - you can find our games on Arkadium.com, iOS, Android, and lots of other big sites worldwide. 

As a proud Evergreen business our values of Fierce Drive, Positive Energy and Living Full Lives are the driving force behind how we run and the choices we make. 

We’re privately held (aka stable and reasonable about growth), founder-led (aka passionate about our craft) and we consistently rank as a “Best Place to Work” (aka not your typical games company). 

Interested in becoming an Arkadian? We’d love to hear from you! 

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Director of HR to join our People Innovation team. In this role, you will oversee core HR functions, from recruitment and employee engagement to performance management and strategic initiatives, helping to shape a culture that aligns with our company values. If you are passionate about driving organizational excellence, fostering an inclusive workplace, and supporting teams to achieve their full potential, we’d love to hear from you. 

Responsibilities

• Oversee and refine the hiring process to attract top talent and ensure a seamless candidate experience. 
• Administer and evaluate compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and clear communication to employees. 
• Manage feedback processes like pulse checks and eNPS surveys, turning insights into actionable improvements. 
• Enhance performance processes and tools, providing training to maximize their impact on employees and managers. 
• Provide coaching and HR guidance to managers, strengthening leadership capabilities and team performance. 
• Identify training needs and implement programs that support professional growth and align with business goals. 
• Mentor/Manage and provide feedback and guidance to the HR team, fostering collaboration, cross-training, and a culture of learning. 
• Create and manage the department budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. 
• Stay updated on the latest trends and ensure compliance requirements and employment regulations are met. 
• Lead the planning and execution of internal events that foster connection, creativity, and collaboration. 

• 6+ years of experience in an HR generalist role.
• Proven expertise in recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, and performance management. 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels. 
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret data and translate insights into impactful action plans. 
• Experience managing budgets and using HR technology, including intranet platforms and performance management tools. 
• Passion for fostering inclusive and positive workplace cultures and inspiring teams to achieve their full potential. 

• Competitive compensation with structured performance and career development check-ins.
• Meaningful supplemental health insurance (medical, dental & vision plans).
• Additional budget for conferences you are interested in.
• Personal development budget to fuel your passions and desire to learn (Arkadians are taking language, interior design and even swimming lessons!)
• Professional coaching budget.
• Time off from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day so we can all enjoy the holidays.
• A unique culture of transparency, true teamwork and fun.
• Summer Fridays - where we end work earlier on Fridays, between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Final compensation will be determined by the candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge/skills and location.