Position Title: Senior Human Resources Generalist

Requisition ID: R100960

Location: Irvine, CA

Full/Part-Time: Full time

About Us:

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.

Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

Our Mission

Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love.

Our Core Values

Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

The Senior Human Resources Generalist role provides comprehensive operational HR support to an assigned HR Business Partner, enabling them to focus on strategic initiatives while you handle day-to-day HR functions. As a senior-level generalist, you will manage a broad range of HR activities, serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers, provide first-line employee relations, performance management, compliance with policies and regulations, and contribute to HR projects that align with business objectives. This position is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at both tactical execution and collaborative partnership.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with assigned HR Business Partner to execute HR strategies, providing operational support for talent management, workforce planning, and organizational development initiatives.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on HR-related topics.
• Serving as a trusted advisor regarding employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, investigations, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions, escalating complex matters to the HRBP as needed.
• Analyze HR metrics and prepare reports to inform data-driven decisions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook in compliance with changing federal, state and local regulations.
• Contribute to special projects, such as process improvements, system implementations, culture initiatives and ad-hoc initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a generalist role.
• Experience supporting HR Business Partners or in a matrixed organization is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, BambooHR) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in employee relations, performance and talent management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or a related field
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.

Pay Transparency:

• The approximate national base pay range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000. Please note that this is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Placement on the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and geographic location. The pay rate will comply with all minimum federal, state, and local wage/salary requirements.

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.