Job Description

At EA, we exist to Inspire the World to Play. We create amazing experiences for our players everywhere and we consider our players\' experiences first in everything we do. Creating transformational experiences requires constant innovation and brilliant, passionate people. We are developing extraordinary new game experiences by bringing together great people that combine creativity, technology, and expertise to deliver new ways to play. EA is driving the next revolution in games. Connect your future to ours. Inspire. Dream. Play.Our People Practice Partners are passionate about delivering simple and awesome people experiences while delivering programs and support in meaningful and efficient ways. You will connect with employees, support people managers, champion team effectiveness and engagement, planning and providing people programmes and being a cultural steward for EA.You will join the People Partnerships team, working with the Studio based in Hyderabad, and reporting to the People Partnerships Director in India.What the People Practices Manager does at EA:

• Administration & Collaboration: Builds and administers where appropriate, locally compliant people processes and procedures in partnership with EA global COE\'s. (People Operations, People Relations, Talent Acquisition, Talent Mobility, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Learning & Development, etc.) May represent EA to local authorities or government agencies regarding employment matters.
• Coaching: Partners closely with managers to provide candid, unbiased coaching and counsel to enhance manager effectiveness and improve individual and team capabilities to meet current and future business needs in the local market;;
• Talent Readiness: Delivers global talent initiatives including talent strategy, talent planning, performance management, in partnership with respective COE partners, HR business partners, and local leaders to attract, retain, and develop key talent. Ensure senior HR Leadership is aware of site needs and work in tandem to deploy needed strategies or resources.
• Insights & Analytics: Leverages HR technology, business intelligence and local market information, to provide data-driven insights that enable sound business outcomes. Educates management on workforce analysis, headcount planning and related HR metrics to assess and influence and/or drive business decisions;
• Business Acumen: Proactive in understanding client and market business models/cycles, priorities and cultural nuances as an input into operational strategy and execution; understands both the business internally and also the external landscape.
• Program Delivery: Locally delivers core PE programs within defined timelines and acts as point of escalation for local managers with questions.
• Change Management: Partners with site leadership and global COE partners to assess change readiness for People initiatives, provides localization input, and collaborates to arrive at solutions that drive adoption.
• Team player: be prepared to assist your colleagues in any way required! You must be organised, compassionate and prepared to make the team successful.

The next great People Practices Manager at EA also needs to have the following:

• Bachelor\'s or equivalent degree in a relevant field combined with demonstrated experience as an international HR business partner / generalist (12-15 Years).

• Analytical mindset with proven experience using data and data-driven insights to support the business.
• Demonstrated local knowledge of HR requirements, HR best practices, HR administration, employment laws and employment customs and the ability to translate that knowledge into scalable solutions.
• Strong change management skills - comfortable with ambiguity and constant change, able to methodically work through complex problems, set priorities and execute on commitments.
• Outstanding project leadership and delivery experience; overseeing region-wide, high impact talent programs across the business.
• Has a passion for creating healthy organizations, driving transformation and helping culture be a competitive advantage.

City:State:Community / Marketing Title: People Practices ManagerCompany Profile:We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.EEOText:About Electronic ArtsEverything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.We\'re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.Days Open: 0Can this position be remote?: 0EEO Employer Verbiage:About Electronic ArtsEverything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.We\'re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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