At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HR strategy and support teams across luxury retail locations.
- Company: Globally recognised luxury retail house with a strong HR structure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, office-based role, and opportunity to mentor junior team members.
- Other info: Maternity cover role with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while supporting a diverse team.
- Qualifications: Proven HRBP experience and strong Employee Relations expertise required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Mode Search are partnering with a globally recognised luxury retail house in their search for a Global Senior HR Business partner to join their UK team for a maternity cover. This is a key appointment supporting both Head Office functions and retail locations across London. The role sits within a well-established HR structure and will play a critical part in delivering people strategy, leading on complex Employee Relations, and supporting business performance across multiple areas.
The successful candidate will be highly autonomous, organised, and confident operating in a fast-paced, high-touch environment, with the ability to partner senior stakeholders while also supporting and guiding more junior HR team members. Please note: this role is maternity cover and is fully office-based (5 days per week).
- Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to Head Office and retail leadership teams across multiple locations
- Lead on complex Employee Relations cases, providing expert guidance on conduct, performance, and organisational matters
- Support and mentor junior HR team members, ensuring consistency and quality across HR delivery
- Drive performance management, organisational effectiveness, and employee engagement initiatives
- Ensure all HR practices are compliant with UK employment legislation and internal policies
- Work collaboratively with the wider HR team including Talent, Advisors, and Coordinators
- Contribute to ongoing HR projects and initiatives across the UK business
Proven experience as a HRBP within a complex organisation. Strong Employee Relations expertise, with confidence managing high-risk and sensitive cases independently. Experience supporting both corporate (Head Office) and retail environments advantageous. Experience mentoring or supporting more junior HR team members. Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Senior Human Resources Manager (Maternity cover) in City of London employer: MODE SEARCH Ltd.
Join a globally recognised luxury retail house that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a strong focus on professional development, this role offers the opportunity to mentor junior HR team members while engaging with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Located in the heart of London, you will benefit from a vibrant city atmosphere and the chance to contribute to impactful HR strategies within a well-established team.
