Blizzard Entertainment · 8 hours ago
Sr. Manager, Blizzard Labor Relations
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $194K/yr
6+ years expBlizzard Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences, known for iconic video game universes. The Sr. Manager of Labor Relations will serve as a key member of the Human Resources team, focusing on building strong labor relations and advising management on union-related matters.
MMO GamesSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for labor unions representing studio employees; act as the company's representative to effectively communicate the company's objective
Act as a strategic advisor to managers and studio leadership on all union‑related matters, anticipating risks and recommending proactive approaches that align with production and business needs
Lead and advise on the full grievance lifecycle, including investigation, response development, grievance meetings, arbitration preparation, and resolution where appropriate
Provide strategic support during collective bargaining negotiations, including proposal development, costing analysis, scenario planning, and leadership briefings
Support post‑ratification implementation, including communication of contract changes and ensuring consistent application across the studio
Interpret and administer CBAs; ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and contractual obligations
Collaborate with HR partners and managers on day‑to‑day contract application and maintain a strong communication loop with HR and Legal on any business decisions impacting union‑represented employees
Develop labor relations policies and procedures consistent with CBAs and company values in collaboration with stakeholders; ensure policies support operational needs while minimizing labor risk
Design and deliver labor relations training for managers and HR; provide ongoing coaching and guidance to leaders navigating complex employee relations issues
Resolve labor disputes through collaboration and constructive engagement, both within and outside the formal grievance process
Manage multiple priorities simultaneously and lead labor relations initiatives and special projects in a complex, matrixed environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business, Law, or a related field AND 7+ years' experience in HR, mediation, collective bargaining or ER-related roles
OR Juris Doctorate or Master's Degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Human Resources (HR), Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Industrial Relations, Law, or related field AND 6+ years' experience in HR, mediation, collective bargaining or Employee Relations (ER)-related roles
OR equivalent, substantial experience
Significant hands‑on experience in a unionized environment
Demonstrated experience representing management interests in grievances, arbitrations, and/or negotiations
Strong working knowledge of labor laws and collective bargaining principles
Proven ability to advise leaders and influence outcomes in complex situations
Preferred
Experience supporting unionized environments within gaming, entertainment, technology, or creative industries
Experience as first-chair representative in collective bargaining and/or arbitration
Strong executive presence and ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance
Company
Blizzard Entertainment
Blizzard Entertainment develops and publishes gaming software and computer games such as World of Warcraft, Hearthstone and StarCraft.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Walter Kong
SVP, Head of Development, Live Games/Mobile
Jamie Ortiz
Associate Production Manager, Creative Development
Recent News
2026-01-22
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