Learning, Development & Performance Business Partner

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HR & Business Support

Job Description:

Role Description
At King, curiosity, experimentation, and a growth mindset are at the heart of our culture and the success of our beloved franchises. We are on a mission to elevate learning, development, and performance through innovative strategies that empower our leaders and teams to achieve their best.

We are seeking a Learning, Development & Performance Business Partner to support King's growth. This manager-level role will lead initiatives to enhance management capabilities, build future-focused skills, and support our global workforce across a hybrid environment.

As a key member of the LD&P team, you will partner with senior leaders and HR teams to design and implement impactful learning solutions aligned with King's strategic goals. You will collaborate with the LD&P Ops Team (managing the LMS), the Core Team (creating learning content), the Performance Development Team (developing performance and talent processes), and the Business Partnership team on group-wide initiatives.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be a strategic partner in shaping King's learning and performance journey, fostering a culture of continuous growth and inclusivity.

Your role within the Kingdom

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with HR Directors, business leaders, and the LD&P Leadership Team to define and execute a learning and performance strategy aligned with King's priorities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders, identifying learning needs and providing tailored development solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary LD&P contact for King, building strong stakeholder relationships to understand needs and deliver solutions.
• Partner with the wider LD&P Team to align efforts and ensure consistency in initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration across teams for group-wide learning initiatives.
• Work with colleagues across EMEA and ABK to share best practices and ensure a unified approach.

Learning and Development Initiatives

• Design and deliver innovative blended learning solutions (workshops, e-learning, coaching).
• Lead initiatives to enhance leadership and management capabilities, aligning with King's DEI goals.
• Support the delivery of learning sessions created by the Core Team.

Performance and Talent Development

• Partner on HR processes like performance management, succession planning, and talent initiatives.
• Provide managers with tools and training to support talent development, engagement, and retention.
• Promote a feedback-rich culture through best practices in performance reviews and coaching.

Programme Management and Measurement

• Track and analyze the impact of learning efforts, presenting data-driven insights.
• Pilot and refine programmes based on feedback and ROI analysis.

Culture and Inclusion

• Incorporate King's values and DEI priorities into all learning initiatives.
• Ensure equitable access to training opportunities for all employees.

Skills to create thrills

• Ability to navigate and thrive in a matrixed environment, working across teams and geographies.
• Strong design and facilitation skills for impactful learning programmes, both in-person and virtual.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Excellent project management skills, delivering programmes on time and within budget.
• Data-driven mindset to measure impact and identify improvements.

Our award-winning culture and sweet benefits

King offers a playful culture, work-life balance, and a growth mindset. Recognized in Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces and the Sunday Times Best Places to Work, we provide benefits including:

• Hybrid working models
• Comprehensive health and pension plans
• Generous holiday allowance
• Creative workspaces with amenities
• Access to learning platforms and development programmes
• Employee networks and wellbeing offerings
• Exclusive merchandise and other perks

About King

King, part of Microsoft, is a leading interactive entertainment company with over 20 years of experience, famous for games like Candy Crush. We have teams across the globe, including Stockholm, Malmö, London, and more. Learn more at or follow us on social media.