Yum! Brands · 1 week ago
Jr People and Culture Business Partner
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$98K/yr - $120K/yrYum! Brands is seeking an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to execute strategic and operational HR strategies. This role involves partnering with leadership teams to align people strategies with business goals, supporting HR processes, and fostering engagement and culture across the organization.
Food and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants
No H1B
Responsibilities
Partner with leadership teams to align people strategies with business goals across the organization
Support organizational design and workforce planning to enable the right capability, structure, and capacity for growth
Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing guidance on leadership effectiveness, talent management, and team dynamics
Support execution of key HR cycles, including performance management, talent reviews, and compensation
Provide insights and recommendations on talent pipelines, succession, and development opportunities
Ensure alignment and consistency in people processes and decisions across teams
Support employee relations matters within the RSC team, ensuring fair, timely, and legally compliant resolution of issues
Support HR operations teams to maintain a seamless employee experience
Partner with legal and compliance teams to uphold best practices in employment law
Champion the Habit We Believe in Better culture across the organization - fostering engagement and a strong sense of belonging
Support the rollout of culture and recognition initiatives that bring our values to life
Analyze engagement feedback and partner with leaders to action meaningful changes
Manage internal communications, including RSC Newsletters, Town Halls, and organizational announcements
Partner with the leadership team to craft clear, inspiring messages that align teams behind business priorities
Partner with Learning & Development to identify critical capability gaps and deploy learning programs
Support leadership development and coaching to strengthen people’s leadership across RSC
Drive consistency and excellence in hiring, onboarding, and talent mobility
Collaborate with global and regional HR colleagues to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide initiatives and best practices
Use data and insights to influence people's decisions and improve organizational performance
Serve as a culture ambassador, role-modelling our commitment to belonging in the workplace
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Proven HR Business Partner or equivalent experience in a fast-paced, multi-market or matrixed organization
Strong understanding of employment laws, regulations, HR best practices, people development, benefits, and culture
Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, and change leadership
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across various teams and markets
Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on to deliver results
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) are a plus
Benefits
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year, plus additional sick days
Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day on Friday
Up to 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating holidays
The company provided Recharge Days to unplug and reenergize
Competitive bonus program for eligible roles
Recognition-based culture.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on Day 1
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program available to all employees and their dependents
Generous parental leave
Onsite Childcare through Bright Horizons
401(k) benefit plan with a 6% matching contribution
Up to 2 Paid Days to Volunteer for any non-profit or charitable organization important to you
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Company
Yum! Brands
Yum! Brands is a quick-service restaurant brand that primarily operates the likes of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell.
Founded in 1997
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5B2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-04-26Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1997-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher Turner
Chief Executive Officer
Ranjith Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-03
The Independent
2025-12-29
London Evening Standard
2025-12-29
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