Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.
If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!
Senior HR Business Partner - Southern Europe
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Coaching & advising management on people related matters.
As the face of HR in the field providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on HR matters, supporting managers in dealing with complex casework, performance, attendance, and employee relations issues
Partnering with District Managers in all matters related to recruiting, staffing optimization, performance management and development of the field team
Ensuring HR monthly HR KPI reports for the region are up to date, namely census and turnover
Leading disciplinary processes / legal cases, partnering with HR Operations team
Communicating back to CoE and Operations any feedback relevant to improve programs or implement additional support to facilitate sales
Driving talent mapping of field management population, challenging where necessary promoting a culture of mobility and succession
Formulating effective succession plans for must win doors
Visiting must win doors in region on a regular basis following visit plan ensuring visit supports action plan for the door
Visit stores in line with the HR visit schedule identifying and delivering on action points accordingly
Working with District Manager to develop pipeline of management candidates for must win doors
Ensuring all management vacancies are filled in a timely fashion
Communicating effectively across complex regions with multiple stakeholders to ensure clear direction and HR support
Dealing with HR queries which arise daily
Working closely with the local HR Operations team on additional projects and on day-to-day operations of the HR office
Partnering with the HR Operations team to deliver effective employee management relating to all employee relation and payroll matters
Maintaining HRIS (Workday) minimizing any data errors
Evaluating the outcomes of the HR Field Strategy and ensure it remains appropriate and in line with KPIs
Deputizing for the HR Director, Field at local level when necessary
Performing any additional duties as reasonably requested by HR Director, Field
BEHAVIOURS & COMPETENCIES
Collaboration Partners with internal colleagues to address business challenges and understands the need to work well with
others to beat the competition.
Communication Adapts communication style, tools, and approach to meet the needs of different audiences and levels in the organization.
Team development Provides growth opportunities, feedback, and coaching to develop employees.
Drive Results Leads self and others in setting and attaining stretch goals within a continually evolving environment. Overcomes obstacles and takes responsibility for outcomes.
Entrepreneurial Makes things happen for the business using out-of-the box thinking and a willingness to take risks.
Continually looks for ways to innovate or take existing products, processes, and services to a new level.
Functional Skills Applies up-to-date professional and technical knowledge and expertise to business problems.
Hire & Staff Identifies, selects and on-boards talent that meets business needs and embraces the MK culture.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor / master’s degree in human resources, preferable
5-7 years of HR experience in a dynamic environment, preferably retail
Experience of managing conflict and sensitive issues and achieving positive outcomes.
Experience of delivering strategic priorities within strict timelines
Skilled analytical thinker with ability to critically assess requirements and select best fit’ approach to meeting organization HR needs.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of employment law, social security, regulations and HR best practice, policies, and procedures.
Excellent communication, advisory and organization skills
Flexible mindset with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and balance a variety of priorities and tasks in a dynamic environment
Entrepreneurial person with strong customer service-based attitude
Collaborative team-worker
Fluent in English and local language, both written and spoken
Computer Literate Intermediate Excel & Power Point skills required 
