Principal, HRBP , ATG

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The Audio, Twitch, Games (ATG) PXT team is looking for a Principal HRBP to lead talent strategy and support business growth. You'll partner directly with VPs and Directors to drive people and organizational outcomes through scalable, integrated solutions.

Key job responsibilities
Organizational Effectiveness
– Develop and execute HR strategies including org design, workforce planning, succession planning, and skills development
– Use people metrics and business data to identify and drive systemic improvements across multiple orgs
– Design org structures that enable fast decision-making, strong culture, and customer focus
– Partner with Talent Acquisition, Central HR, and Finance on comprehensive workforce plans
Senior Leader Effectiveness
– Serve as primary HRBP to VP and Directors, advising on organizational capabilities
– Build diverse, inclusive executive talent pipelines and leadership bench strength
– Provide executive coaching on management effectiveness, complex challenges, and culture
– Lead talent reviews and succession planning at the senior level
Change Management
– Use data to identify trends, risks, and hotspots; develop change plans
– Guide leaders through organizational transformations using inclusive thinking and stakeholder management
– Monitor change effectiveness and business impact
– Translate business strategy into simple, scalable HR processes
Talent Planning & Management
– Embed talent mechanisms into business rhythm — annual and mid-year reviews, performance management, development
– Coach leaders and facilitate workforce planning and resource allocation decisions
– Anticipate talent needs and capability gaps and develop goals to support these efforts
– Provide strategic compensation consultation (annual planning, promotions, ad hoc analysis)
– Drive innovative employee engagement solutions

A day in the life
You bring deep business passion, learning agility, and a track record of partnering with senior executives. You connect quantitative and qualitative insights, manage end-to-end talent cycles (from strategic org planning to compensation processes), and thrive in ambiguity. Strong data acumen, communication, coaching, and project management skills are essential.

Basic qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in business, HR, or a related field, or Bachelor's degree
- Experience partnering with business leaders in highly complex and dynamic business settings
- 10+ years of HR experience with demonstrated impact at senior levels

Preferred qualifications

- Master's degree or above in business, HR, or a related field
- Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements
- Experience coaching and mentoring at the management level
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Culver City - 154,700.00 - 209,300.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 154,700.00 - 209,300.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 154,700.00 - 209,300.00 USD annually

How we rate this

Principal, HRBP , ATG at Amazon rates 35 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.