People Partner

Centerfield

. Serve as a direct HR partner and trusted sounding board for Managers and Sr.

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR partnership, employee relations, and immigration processes, with a strong focus on coaching managers and supporting talent acquisition efforts. Proficient in navigating federal and local employment regulations while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

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HR PartnershipEmployee RelationsImmigration ProcessesTalent Acquisition SupportPerformance Management

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Hard Skills

HR Generalist ExperiencePerformance Improvement PlansVisa Sponsorship ProcessesEmployment Regulations KnowledgeDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationResourcefulnessAdaptabilityDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

HRISPayroll SystemsBenefits Administration

Industry Keywords

Corporate EnvironmentHigh-Growth CompaniesEmployee DevelopmentConflict ResolutionOnboarding Workflows

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a direct HR partner and trusted sounding board for Managers and Sr. Managers across corporate teams
Coach managers on team communication, performance management, employee development, and early conflict resolution
Guide leaders through employee concerns and consistent policy application
Partner with the HR Director on sensitive employee relations matters, documentation, and performance improvement plans
Act as the primary internal contact for corporate immigration and visa sponsorship processes
Partner with immigration counsel, foreign national employees, and hiring managers on visa petitions including H-1B, TN, Green Cards, and STEM OPT extensions
Track visa milestones, petition filings, and compliance documentation such as Public Access Files
Support Talent Acquisition during peak hiring cycles and critical business pushes
Support corporate onboarding workflows through new hires' first 90 days
Respond to employee inquiries about policies, benefits, leaves, and workplace resources
Partner with Payroll, Benefits, and HRIS on data updates, reporting-line changes, and lifecycle documentation
Lead and support People initiatives including engagement events, recognition programs, process rollouts, and operational documentation
Identify HR workflow bottlenecks and propose scalable solutions
Report directly to the HR Director, Corporate

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of progressive HR experience in a generalist, HR coordinator, or HR partner capacity
Hands-on experience advising and coaching Managers and Sr. Managers on people matters and team challenges
Working exposure to employment visa and immigration processes
Experience coordinating with external immigration attorneys and tracking petition timelines
Experience supporting Talent Acquisition teams during hiring ramps
Solid foundational knowledge of federal, California, and local employment regulations and workplace best practices
Resourcefulness and adaptability in ambiguous, evolving priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Proactive desire to learn and contribute across People Operations
Prior experience in a tech or high-growth corporate environment is a strong plus
Willingness to work in the Playa Vista headquarters office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Benefits

Comp & perks

Semi-annual bonus
Unlimited PTO
Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous parental leave
401(k) company match plan, fully vested on day 1
Outside patio overlooking Playa Vista with cabanas, firepits, and working grills
Award-winning culture and team spirit
Fully stocked kitchens with snacks and drinks
Breakroom with games, couches, workout equipment, and weekly in-office exercise classes
Free onsite gym and locker rooms
Monthly team outings
Career growth and promotion-from-within opportunities