Business Partner, People Culture

Company: Funko
Location: Burbank
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Business Partner, People & Culture (PCBP)Funko OverviewFunko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company located in Everett, WA. Funko currently holds hundreds of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funkos Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world. What Youll DoLocated in our Burbank office, the Business Partner, People & Culture will work with a diverse set of leaders and teams to positively impact and enhance employee satisfaction. This candidate must be able to effectively work across all levels of the organization, ensuring that HR practices support the businesses strategic initiatives. Reporting to the Director, People & Culture, this role will be supporting our Retail locations in Hollywood, CA and Everett, WA as well as other client groups. Some travel will be required.Successfully coach and counsel managers on maintaining positive employee relations and serve as a primary point of contact for managers on determining resolution for a wide range of people-related matters;Partners with internal business partners on resource planning, including helping to design jobs and write job descriptions for both full time and temporary staff; will work with recruiting to ensure that roles move through the hiring process as quickly as possible;Provides support for organizational design and change managementConsults on and/or builds People & Culture programming aligned with Funkos Talent StrategyImplements new People & Culture programs to business including training and supporting sustainment activities.Works with leadership to create and implement new policies and HR processes.Facilitates exit interviews and manages the separation process, following up with action items in relation to separation reasons;Conducts investigations in response to employee relations issues and recommend/implement courses of action based on investigation results; Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws in all employee related practices including FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, EEO, ADA, CFRA, PDL and other federal and state employment laws;May assist with training internally on process/systems and may additionally assist assigned partners with staff training resources;Acts as liaison between employees and management to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices, and regulations.Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned which may include cross-team initiatives across all U.S. locations.What Youll Bring5+ years of progressive responsibility in HR roles including demonstrated competence in employee relations, coaching, performance management, HR compliance, HR data analysis, HR tools, and employee communications.3+ years serving in a People & Culture Business Partner function, preferably in a Retail, Consumer Goods organization, Licensing, Entertainment, or the high-tech industry.Must be able to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.Superior knowledge of US employment law including state specific laws in WA and CA.Proven ability to diagnose problems using strategic thinking skills.Proven ability to identify and drive appropriate solutions, translate business strategy and goals into optimal HR processes that are scalable, simple, customer-focused and adaptable to unique and changing business needs;Ability to operate independently, using sound judgement to make decisions;Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and protect employee privacy.What Funko OffersFunko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits, 401(K) plans with match, and creative work environment with growth opportunities. We are a diverse and collaborative culture with a propensity for action and strive to always have FUN!Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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