Recruiter & HR Generalist

At Blind Squirrel Games, making great games is only the beginning. Blind Squirrel Games is a proud, independent studio that joins forces with developers and publishers seeking an innovative partner in creating quality games. At BSG, our people are our purpose, so we prioritize an inquisitive, proactive, and collaborative work environment for all our Squirrels.

Blind Squirrel Games is seeking a HR Generalist & Recruiter with relevant HR/Recruiting experience to join our dynamic team  this role, you will play a key role in supporting both HR and Recruitment efforts, ensuring the company attracts and retains top talent while contributing to the overall growth and seamless operation of the organization. You’ll collaborate closely with various departments to ensure cross functional services are delivered efficiently and effectively, both domestically and internationally.

This full-time role is based out of our Austin, TX, campus, and we are focusing on local candidates at this time. This role has an onsite requirement of three days per week.

The salary range being considered for this role is $75,000-$90,000, the actual amounts may differ based on experience, performance, and location. These salary ranges do not apply to locations outside the United States.

• Take initiative on sourcing for upcoming roles. Supporting the team’s end-to-end recruitment process, Additionally owning screening, scheduling, interviewing, and onboarding for both domestic and international hires.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews (phone, video, onsite) using Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define job descriptions and hiring criteria, ensuring consistent processes for global recruitment.
• Assist with onboarding, including relocation support.
• Manage recruiter and interviewer calendars, ensuring availability alignment while communicating interview logistics to stakeholders and candidate in a clear, timely manner.
• Troubleshoot scheduling conflicts and reschedule interviews as needed.

• Serve as the primary contact for employee queries related to workplace policies, performance questions, and behavior across BSG’s campuses in the U.S, Colombia, and New Zealand.
• Assist in resolving disputes and managing disciplinary actions in line with local and global policies.
• Foster strong relationships across regions, promoting open communication and a cohesive global culture. Support the performance review process to ensure consistency while adapting to local regulations.
• Assist the Director of Human Resources with addressing performance issues, developing performance improvement plans (PIPs), and delivering training programs focused on compliance, cultural awareness, and leadership development.
• Collaborate with managers to identify training needs and recommend learning opportunities that enhance the global workforce’s skills.

• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws, including labor standards, work permits, and visa regulations across regions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records for both domestic and international personnel.

Execute on EEO-1 Reporting, the California Pay Data Reporting, and any other reporting requirements.

• Assist in administering global compensation and benefits programs, including international health plans and expatriate packages.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits, leave policies, and compensation structures across multiple regions.
• Conduct compensation market research and benchmarking for relevant markets.

• Assist with the HR aspects of expanding into new international markets, including setting up employment contracts, documentation infrastructure, compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with international HR teams to ensure smooth transitions during global expansion.

• Participate in HR-related projects such as employee engagement surveys, performance reviews, skill…