Human Resources Business Partner in London

Human Resources Business Partner in London

London Full-Time 56700 - 69300 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Partner with leaders to enhance employee experience and drive performance in iGaming.
  • Company: Join Light & Wonder, a leader in the global iGaming market.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Work in a vibrant environment with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on employee engagement and culture in a dynamic industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in HR business partnering and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.

iGaming: If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our digital team leads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

The People Capability Business Partner (PCBP) – iGaming is a trusted partner to leaders and employees across iGaming. This role plays a critical part in enabling business performance by delivering high impact people solutions across the full employee lifecycle. Reporting to the Director, People Capability – iGaming, the PCBP translates people strategy into day-to-day execution, supports organizational and talent initiatives, and ensures a consistent, engaging employee experience. This role requires strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to balance operational excellence with thoughtful, human-centered partnership. This role is critical to ensuring iGaming leaders and employees receive consistent, high-quality People Capability partnership that drives engagement, performance, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

  • People Capability Partnership:
    • Serve as the primary People Capability (PC) partner for assigned iGaming functions, supporting leaders from Individual Contributor through Senior Manager level.
    • Partner with leaders on workforce planning, role clarity, and team effectiveness within supported groups.
    • Provide hands-on PC support across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, performance, engagement, retention, employee relations, and offboarding.
    • Act as a trusted advisor to managers on employee relations matters, coaching leaders to navigate difficult conversations with confidence, fairness, and empathy.
    • Support the execution of core People Capability processes for supported teams, including performance reviews, compensation processes, and engagement surveys.
    • Ensure leaders are well prepared, informed, and supported throughout all PC cycles.
  • Data, Insights & Continuous Improvement:
    • Translate data, insights, and employee feedback into actionable recommendations for leaders.
    • Analyze people data and trends (e.g., engagement, attrition, performance) to identify risks, opportunities, and improvement areas.
    • Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and employee experience within supported populations.
  • Collaboration with People Capability Centers of Excellence:
    • Act as a connector between iGaming teams and HR Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Learning & Development.
    • Partner with COEs to deliver solutions that meet business needs while maintaining consistency with enterprise frameworks and policies.
    • Ensure timely, accurate execution of HR programs and escalation of risks or issues as appropriate.
  • Culture, Change & Employee Experience:
    • Support leaders and teams through periods of change by providing clear guidance, communication support, and people-centered approaches.
    • Contribute to culture, engagement, and DEI initiatives through execution and leader enablement.
    • Serve as a visible, approachable PC presence for employees, reinforcing trust and psychological safety.

Qualifications

  • Skills & Capabilities:
    • Strong business partnership skills with the ability to influence.
    • Sound judgment when handling sensitive employee and organizational matters.
    • Comfort working with ambiguity, change, and evolving business needs.
    • Data literate with the ability to translate insights into action independently and through AI.
    • Clear, confident communicator with strong coaching capability.
    • High level of discretion, integrity, and empathy.
  • Experience & Qualifications:
    • Proven experience in a global HR Business Partner role – specifically supporting employees in Sweden.
    • Experience supporting managers and employees across multiple levels.
    • Exposure to global or matrixed organizations preferred.
    • Strong understanding of performance management, employee relations, and talent processes.

Summary

Location: Chiswick, United Kingdom; SWEDEN-Stockholm-Vasagatan 16
Type: Full time

Human Resources Business Partner in London employer: Light & Wonder

At Light & Wonder, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Chadderton that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through strategic initiatives and exposure to senior leadership, while our comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and generous holiday allowances, ensures a rewarding work-life balance. Join us to be part of a diverse team that values unique perspectives and drives the future of gaming technology.

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Contact Details:

Light & Wonder Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Human Resources Business Partner in London

Business Acumen
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Performance Management
Workforce Planning
Change Management