Company DescriptionYuMe (part of the Maxx Group) is an award-winning global toy brand that dreams of bringing people together through imagination, fun, and entertainment. YuMe, inspired by the word meaning “to dream” in Japanese, is recognized for its highly stylized plush, surprise capsules, and other toy lines, which have gained strong momentum in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia since 2018. The YuMe brand designates the highest quality soft and hard toys featuring popular entertainment brands Stranger Things, Squid Games, Disney, Sanrio, Wizarding World, DC Comics, Power Rangers, Transformers, Among Us, JuJutsu Kaisen, Spy x Family and many others.https://www. yumetoys.com/https://www.maxxgroupglobal.com/Job DescriptionOpportunity:YuMe (a Maxx Group Company), an award-winning designer and manufacturer of licensed toys and products, is immediately seeking an organized, detail-oriented licensing Human Resources Manager to join our growing Los Angeles (El Segundo) team.The Human Resources Manager will perform a range of duties supporting regional managers in the USA, Canada, and London and work closely with other HR staff and all levels of employees across the Company. The responsibilities consist of payroll, compensation and benefits, recruiting, policies, training, employee relations, diversity, recognition, and other HR programs. The incumbent will provide resolutions and consulting in the above areas to ensure profitable business operations. The ideal candidate will have experience recruiting and managing HR for a global company.This opportunity offers tremendous potential for advancement, which is ideal for someone seeking career development.We currently work in the office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Friday. Only local candidates will be considered.Principals only, please; no recruiters or phone calls.Responsibilities:Responsible for the full spectrum of human resources services for Maxx Group companies, including but not limited to recruitment, staffing, compensation and benefits, payroll, staff benefits, and all employee matters.Assist with the development and implementation of human resource policies and job performance evaluations.Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts, and helping resolve work-related problems.Communicate to internal stakeholders about human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations.Administer and educate employees on benefits and maintain a sustainable relationship with insurance providers.Ensure insightful exit interviews and provide management with analysis and recommendations.Provide resolutions to employee relations issues.Help manage unemployment claims.Oversee adequate orientation and training within the organization.Administer and record employee recognition and incentive programs.Build and sustain beneficial relationships with employment agencies and educational institutions.Post job vacancies using LinkedIn Job Slots and manage ATS.Perform interviews, screens, and recruit for entry-level, sales, marketing, and designer job openings.Ensure the compatibility of applicants to job positions.Manage salary structure, position documentation, and an evaluation system.Develop and provide recommendations for policies and processes.Provide research as requested.Plan, organize, and attend recruitment fairs as requested.Plan and organize staff events and recreational activities.Keep job descriptions current.Provide general information and assistance internally and externally over the phone, electronically, and in person.Complete other duties and projects as assigned.QualificationsRequirements:A degree in Human Resources Management is required. HRCI or SHRM certification preferred.A minimum of 5 years of work experience in HR is required.International experience preferred.Work experience or education in employment law or other areas of regulations preferred.Experience with ADP TotalSource and SmartRecruiters is preferred.Experience in the toy, licensing, or consumer products industry is a plus.Demonstrated work knowledge of multiple human resource areas.Demonstrated ability to provide beneficial recommendations to solve HR-related issues related to regulations, laws, and policies.Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization.Superior telephone and video manners and strong interpersonal skills.Excellent writing skills, including proper spelling and grammar.Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.Ability to adapt to and quickly learn new software.Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments and key external stakeholders.Excellent time and project management skills.Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.Fluency in Microsoft Office is a must.Compensation/Benefits:Comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary commensurate with experience, medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA/FSA, 401K with company match, company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, disability coverages, paid time off, performance bonus, and other valuable benefits.Key Words:Human Resources Manager, HR Manager, ADP, SmartRecruiters, Compensation, Benefits, SHRM, Toys, Collectibles, Consumer Products, Branded Merchandise, and Licensed Products.Additional InformationApplication Process:Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining why you are a good fit for this position. No telephone calls, please. All responses will be kept strictly confidential. Maxx Group is an equal opportunity employer that employs individuals based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disabilities, or any basis prohibited by law.