Mode Search are partnering with a globally recognised luxury retail house in their search for a HR Business Partner to join their UK team.
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 fully office-based (5 days per week). Flexible working is limited to approximately 10 days every 6 months, so candidates must be comfortable with this structure.
The Role:
- 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
- Partner with senior stakeholders to align people strategy with business objectives
- 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
Requirements:
- 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
- Ability to influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders
- Highly organised, proactive, and able to operate autonomously
- Experience mentoring or supporting more junior HR team members
- Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Luxury or premium sector experience preferred
