Associate People Partner

Scopely is looking for a Associate People Partner to join our growing team based in Bangalore, to work on a hybrid basis from the hub!

At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.

We make sure our teams have everything they need to create amazing games. The People team manages everything from benefits & employee engagement to professional development opportunities and more!

What You Will Do

The Associate People Partner supports the delivery of core HR operations and programs to ensure a consistent and positive employee experience across one or more divisions. This role is responsible for executing day-to-day people processes across the employee lifecycle, maintaining data accuracy, and serving as a primary point of contact for employees and managers. Working under general direction, the Associate People Partner applies foundational HR knowledge to solve routine problems, partners closely with People Business Partners (PBPs), and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable people solutions. This role contributes to operational excellence, compliance, and the effective execution of People initiatives.

Employee Lifecycle Operations

• Coordinate onboarding and orientation to ensure a smooth new hire experience
• Manage employee changes including transfers, promotions, and exits
• Support probation reviews, performance cycles, and employee transitions
• Oversee offboarding processes, including documentation and exit coordination

HR Systems & Data Management

• Maintain accurate employee data in Workday and other HR systems
• Process employee transactions and organizational changes with attention to detail
• Support requisition and hiring workflows in partnership with Talent teams
• Conduct regular data audits and generate standard reports

Employee Support & Compliance

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee and manager HR inquiries
• Provide guidance on policies, processes, and available resources
• Support administration of employee relations (ER) matters and escalate as appropriate
• Ensure adherence to company policies and applicable employment laws
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all employee matters

Program & Project Support

• Partner with PBPs to support execution of performance, talent, and compensation programs
• Assist with engagement survey follow-up actions and tracking
• Support Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and divisional activities
• Contribute to HR communications, documentation, and team deliverables

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with People Team functions (Talent, Experience & Engagement, ER, Mobility, etc.)
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of people programs
• Support divisional needs while contributing to scalable, company-wide initiatives

People Partnership & Advisory

• Act as a trusted first point of contact for employees and managers
• Provide guidance to managers on performance processes, feedback, and goal setting
• Support creation and tracking of development plans (PDPs/PIPs) in partnership with PBPs
• Escalate complex employee relations or performance concerns appropriately
• Assist in conducting exit interviews and sharing insights with HR leadership

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2+ year of experience in HR, People Operations, or a related field
• Foundational knowledge of HR processes and employee lifecycle management
• Familiarity with HR systems (Workday preferred) and data handling practices
• Basic understanding of employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute routine processes independently
• Clear and effective communication with transparency and professionalism
• Demonstrates sound judgment in handling employee queries and data
• Developing ability to assess when to escalate or redirect requests
• Builds collaborative relationships across teams and functions
• Proactively seeks feedback and continuously improves ways of working

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At Scopely, we create games for everyone - and want to ensure that the people behind our games reflect that!   We are committed to creating a diverse, supportive work environment where everyone is treated with respect. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us & embrace the adventure!

This role will have access to sensitive and/or confidential employee or customer personally identifiable information (PII) and/or Company financial information, and therefore will be subject to background checks upon receiving a conditional offer of employment.