HR Advisor focusing on Employee Relations and HR support for Tapestry's retail brands in Europe. Partnering with Area Managers and managing HR projects in UK, Ireland, Germany, and Austria.
Responsibilities
Serve as a key point of contact for first-line HR support across the Coach & Kate Spade New York retail business in UK, Ireland, Germany, and Austria
Manage Employee Relations matters in compliance with local legislation and HR best practice
Attend formal meetings as the HR Representative in the capacity of note-taker and create the relevant paperwork (e.g. invites and outcome letters)
Prepare monthly key HR metrics including Employee Relations data
Manage the monthly payroll validation process and ensure accurate tracking/logging of new starters, leavers, changes to contractual agreements, and Right to Work checks
Partner with Area Managers to deliver comprehensive generalist HR support to key client groups
Support HR projects across Europe in line with Tapestry’s global HR vision
Act as first-line support to the management team on all HR queries, offering clear, well-informed advice and escalating issues to the HR Director
Create and develop new policies and procedures in conjunction with the HR Director
Ensure regular auditing and compliance with personnel files and related HR documentation, maintaining accurate records in accordance with company policies and local market legal requirements
Requirements
Proven experience as an Employee Relations Specialist or HR Advisor, ideally within an international retail or hospitality environment based in the UK
Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices
Experience delivering HR advisory support across multi-country operations, particularly in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and Austria
Commercial mindset and strong analytical skills
Proactive and hands-on approach, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with minimal administrative support
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation
Experience working within a US-headquartered company is advantageous
Broad HR experience across European markets is desirable
Proficiency in German and familiarity with German employment law would be beneficial
Benefits
Hybrid working (3 days working from the office, 2 days remote)
Option to finish early on a Friday (Flex Fridays)
1 Paid Volunteering Day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects
Learning & Development opportunities
Internal mobility & career progression
Regular Social Events - Seasonal & Cultural
Equity Inclusion & Diversity initiatives which include employee resource groups & regional inclusion council
25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays
Annual Incentive Plan (company performance bonus)
Multi brand discount up to 50% off Coach & Kate Spade New York
Private Healthcare with health assessment (Bupa)
Bupa rewards - financial wellbeing support and wellness discounts
Free 24/7 support for family building, fertility and menopause with Maven
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