HR Manager (Gamedev)

TL;DR

HR Manager (Gamedev): Managing people operations and HR strategies for a studio of 120+ professionals with an accent on leadership partnership and Australian employment law compliance. Focus on enhancing employee engagement, coaching managers on talent development, and executing performance and salary review cycles.

Location: Hybrid in Brisbane, Australia

Company

hirify.global is a global game development studio focused on delivering high-quality PC and console game experiences for a worldwide audience.

What you will do

• Partner with studio leadership to define and execute people strategies aligned with business goals.
• Coach and support managers on talent acquisition, development, leadership, and organizational design.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and the localization of global HR programs.
• Ensure full compliance with Australian employment legislation, including Modern Awards.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and career growth frameworks.
• Manage a local cross-functional HR team of three professionals.

Requirements

• Proven experience at a Mid-Senior level in HR management.
• Expert knowledge of Australian employment legislation and Modern Awards.
• Experience in coaching leadership and shaping people strategies in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage and lead a local HR team.
• Experience in the gaming or creative industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-growing and strategic hub within a global network.
• Collaborative environment with a group of bold and talented professionals.
• Opportunity to influence both the employee experience and the studio's evolution.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and innovation.

Hiring process

• First stage: 40-minute HR interview via Teams.
• Second stage: 1-hour interview with the Brisbane Studio Manager and Finance Manager.
• Third stage: 1-hour interview with the VP of HR (Paris) and the Brisbane Studio Manager.