Hybrid Senior HR Advisor – 14 month FTC

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About the role

  • Senior HR Advisor responsible for Employee Lifecycle Management and Employee Relations across multiple countries. Focused on supporting Retail operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and Austria.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the first point of contact for performance management and employee relations issues, providing guidance and ensuring a fair and consistent application of policies
  • Oversee day-to-day HR operations
  • Manage execution of cyclical HR programmes (e.g., engagement surveys, year-end processes)
  • Partner with Total Rewards to administer compensation programmes, salary adjustments, and annual merit processes
  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to ensure timely and effective hiring for open positions
  • Provide guidance on job descriptions, salary ranges, and internal mobility
  • Provide guidance to employees on LOA and assist with escalated inquiries
  • Conduct investigations and recommend solutions for employee concerns in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
  • Partner with Legal team for escalated issues
  • Partner with field people management team to foster a positive work environment and drive employee engagement initiatives
  • Support performance management processes, including goal setting, mid-year and year-end reviews, and development planning
  • Partner with Learning & Development to identify training needs and facilitate employee development programmes
  • Assist in succession planning and talent review processes
  • Monitor and analyse HR metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
  • Ensure accurate and timely updates in HRIS systems and maintain employee records
  • Ensure compliance with global policies and local labor regulations
  • Partner with Finance and Legal on workforce budget planning

Requirements

  • German proficiency and/or labour knowledge of Germany and Austria
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • A hands-on attitude and willingness to work with minimal administrative support in a fast growth company
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects and initiatives
  • Experience with Microsoft platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio & Teams), and HR people platforms (Workday a plus)
  • Work experience in a US headquartered company
  • Broad European HR experience

Benefits

  • Hybrid working (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in-office, Monday and Friday remote)
  • Flex Fridays (Option to finish early on a Friday)
  • 1 Paid Volunteering Day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects
  • Learning & Development opportunities
  • Internal mobility & career progression
  • Regular seasonal and cultural social events
  • Equity, Inclusion & Diversity initiatives which include employee business resource groups
  • Other benefits include: 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays
  • Multi brand discount up to 50% off Coach & Kate Spade New York
  • Private Healthcare with health assessment (Bupa)
  • Private Dental Cover
  • Free 24/7 support for family building, fertility, maternity & newborn care, and menopause with Maven
  • Eyecare vouchers
  • Headspace subscription
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employer Pension Contribution
  • Gym discount
  • Interest free season ticket loan
  • Cycle to work scheme

Job title

Senior HR Advisor – 14 month FTC

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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