People Specialist, FACEIT

• The ideal candidate for this position will reside in the metro NYC area with the ability to work out of our office in NYC twice per week.
• 5+ years of experience as an HR Advisory, HR Specialist, or similar HR role, preferably in a multinational or fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at various levels and build strong working relationships
• Solid understanding of US employment laws and multi-state HR compliance requirements
• Proactive, collaborative, and capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, with a focus on practical solutions
• Experience with HRIS systems and Jira is a plus, with strong organizational and data management skills
• Exposure to global or multinational HR practices is a plus
• Knowledge of the Canadian employment law is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus

• The People Specialist, HR Advisory & Compliance provides comprehensive HR support and advice to employees and managers across the organization.
• This role is responsible for handling day-to-day HR operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and employment law, and assisting with employee relations, recruitment, and performance management.
• The HR Advisor acts as a key point of contact for HR-related queries and works to ensure the smooth implementation of HR policies and procedures
• This position reports to our Director, People Advisory & Compliance
• Regional HR Advisory and Services:
• Provide HR partnership for strategic and operational HR initiatives in the US region, offering day-to-day HR support and execution of strategies
• Act as a key advisor to the US team, understanding business needs and providing HR solutions to support growth and organizational goals
• Keep PC&S team informed on relevant HR trends and regulatory updates that may impact the business, building relationships to gain support for HR initiatives
• Advise leaders and employees on HR policies and procedures, including performance management, employee relations, and organizational practices
• Ensure compliance with US employment laws, covering federal, state, and local requirements, and manage employee-related legal processes as needed
• Implement and update HR policies and procedures to align with local regulations and organizational practices
• Support efforts to improve the work environment, employee engagement, and company culture through HR programs
• Identify and address strategic, operational, or compliance-related HR risks
• Support HR administrative tasks, coordinating with the HR Shared Services team to maintain accurate employee records
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to align US recruiting efforts with company-wide hiring strategies
• Collaborate with Learning & Development to support onboarding programs and deliver learning initiatives for new hires and employees
• Partner with Global HR Teams:
• Work closely with global HR Business Partners to implement and adapt global HR initiatives to meet regional needs
• Support key HR processes in the US, including performance management, organizational changes, and compensation planning
• Assist in implementing global Learning & Development initiatives to close performance gaps and enhance employee development
• Address employee relations matters as needed, in consultation with global HRBPs and management
• Contribute to organizational design initiatives and support HR aspects of restructuring when required

• Fully remote or relocation to London supported
• Private Medical Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Cashback on dental care
• Lunch provided daily (when you’re in the office!)
• Kitchen stocked with refreshments (coffee machines everywhere – our founding team is Italian after all!)
• Company book club, and gaming nights
• Flexible working environment
• Company (virtual) drinks session every Friday
• Quarterly team outings
• Your professional growth is important to us. We provide ongoing training opportunities
• And best of all Free Premium FACEIT user account

Total funding: $29m

Young people are increasingly turning away from traditional media, and gaming has in recent years become a professional spectator sport that draws huge online crowds. FACEIT is a competitive gaming platform that allows developers to run their own online tournaments, providing ranking charts, skill-based matchmaking and anti-cheat software to ensure that these events are as fair as any traditional sporting competition.