Job description

Human Resources Business Partner
SEALIFE Arizona Aquarium, 5000 S; Arizona Mills Circle; Ste.145
Tempe, Arizona, 85282
United States
Would you like a job where spreading happiness is in the job description? Dive into the ultimate indoor LEGO playground and build a career full of fun! Whether you’re filling hungry tummies, racing LEGO cars, building AWESOME models, or operating our rides – everything you do will be making a child’s day. This is the place where job satisfaction is guaranteed, and every shift is all about fun. With LEGOLAND Discovery Centers all over the USA (and the world!) the option to transfer will always be a possibility – and you’ll also be a part of the Merlin Entertainments Group (our parent company) connecting you to iconic brands like Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE, LEGOLAND and more. Compensation for this opportunity is between $80,000-$90,000 per year
SEA LIFE is the world’s largest aquarium brand, welcoming over 20 million explorers into our incredible underwater world every year. We focus on bringing the wonders of the sea to life through a fantastic visitor experience delivered by passionate, knowledgeable teams and great interactivity.
Here at SEA LIFE our love of the oceans is at the heart of everything we do. Our aquarium is full of passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our guests’ experiences are the best they can be. So dive into a career with us today!
Are you a rising star? Know your Kylie Jenner’s from your Kylie Minogue’s? Step into the spotlight and start your career surrounded by famous figures! Our iconic brand originating in London has busy attractions all over the world – with our staff providing the ultimate star power our customers love.
Whether you’re selling Oscars in the gift shop, playing paparazzi on the red carpet, welcoming guests into the iconic attraction, or managing our famous figures – you’ll play a vital part in our production! You’ll also be a part of the Merlin Entertainments Group (our parent company) connecting you to other iconic brands like SEA LIFE, The Dungeons, LEGOLAND and more.
About the Role - 90% remote and can be based out of Las Vegas, Tempe or Hollywood
The HR Business Partner position is a highly influential and critical role that links the business and HR Operations together and ensures an exceptional employee experience. It requires a highly communicative individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and a level of awareness that stands out amongst peers. A strong and capable HRBP will be possess the competence and gravitas to operate at strategic, tactical and operational level and to move seamlessly from one to the other as the business demands.
What you’ll be doing...
Strategic Business Support

• Operates as a member of the leadership team to align HR strategy to business strategy and decisions
• Acts as a change agent; designs and supports change programs across the business
• Is a trusted advisor on people related initiatives and concerns

Relationship management

• Provides advice and guidance to leadership regarding people priorities and the achievement of business objectives
• Escalates service issues and feedback to HR Hub

People strategy delivery

• Develops and executes the Get, Grow, Keep strategy
• Supports the design and roll out of HR initiatives and projects across the business
• Analyses trends and metrics to proactively develop and implement initiatives or programs and to identify and prioritize opportunities and threats

Organizational Design

• Partners with the business in department design, structure and roles

Engagement

• Recommends and delivers ad-hoc engagement activities to meet business need and deliver the HR strategy
• Analyses annual employee engagement survey and other forms of employee feedback data to identify and prioritize opportunities and threats
• Tracks and reports out activities and results

Talent and Development

• Supports the talent & development strategy for the business
• Provides guidance and input on workforce planning, succession planning and top talent development
• Delivers site specific, NA and Group training events (non-technical) across the business
• Educates and directs employees to the People Portal Learning module
• Drives the culture of learning

Recruitment

• Works with the business to define and develop a workforce plan
• Partners with the Hub to define the Get strategy for the business and ensures synergies across NA are leveraged
• Supports recruitment requiring local support utilizing the Hub for administrative support
• Identifies local partners/sources that support the business’s “Get” strategy
• Develops and grows a targeted network of local contacts and community opportunities

Onboarding

• Manages and delivers induction/orientation sessions where onsite support is required
• Ensures ongoing and consistent engagement with new starters to enhance retention

Operational HR support

• Manages employee relations concerns requiring local HR support
• Promotes effective use of HR systems and the Hub

Compliance

• Ensures HR policies and processes are managed and followed compliantly, providing strong

guidance to Leads, Supervisors and Managers to ensure compliance with Federal and State
Laws

• Conducts audits as necessary
• Identifies risk and ensures timely resolution
• Supports HSS, Profit Protection and corporate related audits conducted upon request

This position requires strong problem solving skills; has experience in addressing complex employee relations issues; effective communication with employees at multiple levels across the organization; and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
1. Facilitates and leads training courses on employee relations subject matters.
2. Collaborates with People Support Hub on human resources policies, procedures, and programs.
3. Ensures all required postings are up to date and in compliance.
4. Works closely with the Health and Safety/First Aid team on employee work restrictions and accommodations.
5. Develops and supports localized engagement strategy for attractions under their responsibility
6. Drives project development to support the business in accordance with our Merlin Values.
About You

• 4+ years of progressive HR generalist experience. 1+ years HRBP experience preferred.
• Possess the ability and willingness to connect with all levels of the organization
• Must be able to work in a high change and growth environment
• Capable to work independently on various assignments simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with department heads, managers, employees, and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
• Must be willing to learn CA employment law and proactive in distributing and learning updates to the law
• A high level of attention to detail and confidentiality is essential
• Must be able to present a professional image, utilize sound judgment, discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Organized and detail oriented

About the Benefits
In return you will find a competitive salary and benefits package including affordable and robust medical, vision & dental plans, generous PTO, company-paid life insurance and 401(k) matching plan offering, free entry to all of our Merlin attractions worldwide - which also extends to family and friends, and much more. In addition, you can expect continued growth of joining an exciting, global organization.
Everyone Matters at Merlin.
At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

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