PEOPLE Manager Retail

BESTSELLER; Espoo; On-site; EUR 55 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Espoo is seeking a People Manager to lead HR functions and support the retail team. The right candidate will have extensive experience in HR, strong knowledge of Finnish labor laws, and excellent communication skills in both Finnish and English. This one-year temporary assignment offers an opportunity to impact employee experience positively.

Benefits

Autonomy to impact HR projects

Professional development opportunities

Generous discounts across brands

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in HR or similar role, ideally in retail.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans and handle operational tasks.
• Self-initiated and collaborative mindset in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support the recruitment process.
• Provide leadership support and development.
• Lead employer branding initiatives.

Skills

Experience as an HR Business Partner

Knowledge of Finnish labor laws

Excellent communication skills in English

Fluent in Finnish and English

Job description

Do you thrive in a dynamic retail environment and have a passion for empowering people? At BESTSELLER Finland, we're looking for a highly motivated People Manager to join our team for a one-year temporary assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on our retail operations and contribute to a positive employee experience.

With 2,700 retail stores in over 70 markets, our retail team is as diverse as it is international. We are proud of our dedication towards creating an outstanding customer experience - inside and outside of our stores. Now you have the chance to become part of the retail team in Finland!

YOUR TEAM

You\'ll be joining a collaborative and driven Finnish People Team, working alongside a People Admin & Payroll Specialist, People Assistant, and a People Business Partner for BESTSELLER Wholesale. We pride ourselves on our proactive problem-solving and our commitment to continuous improvement. You\'ll collaborate closely with the business and operational teams for VERO MODA, JACK&JONES, NAME IT and VILA.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

As a People Manager, you are responsible for the HR function in BESTSELLER Stores Finland. You\'ll ensure people-related topics form an essential part of our business decision-making, playing a key role in driving the People agenda and acting as a People Business Partner for the managers. You will be driving initiatives independently as well as collaborating with your team to find solutions that deliver the most value to our colleagues and our business. More specifically, your tasks include:

• Developing and supporting the recruitment process
• Creating and implementing policies and processes
• Providing leadership support and development
• Leading employer branding initiatives
• Administering and supporting HR systems
• Consulting on employment-related matters
• Developing and maintaining partnerships with external partners (e.g., health care provider, pension insurance company)
• Supporting the monthly payroll process and other administrative tasks
• Ensuring overall compliance in HR
• Leading the retail PEOPLE team
• Managing local contracts: Overseeing local contracts for services such as phone, internet, and security

YOUR BENEFITS

• Be part of a collaborative and driven HR team that\'s shaping the future of employee experience at BESTSELLER.
• From day one, you\'ll have the autonomy to make a real impact and the opportunity to grow your career within BESTSELLER
• Utilizing your previous experience, you will have the opportunity to contribute to different development projects within the HR field
• Opportunities for professional development, including training programs and mentorship
• Be part of the BESTSELLER family, a culture where new ideas are welcomed, and all voices are heard
• We believe in flexibility and autonomy in your daily routine and working location
• Enjoy generous discounts across our 20 different brands

YOUR PROFILE

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role, ideally in retail
• Strong knowledge of Finnish labor laws and collective agreements, as well as managers responsibilities in daily HR issues
• You are equally comfortable developing strategic plans and rolling up your sleeves and handle operational tasks
• Demonstrates skills and motivation to support managers and personnel throughout the employee lifecycle
• You are proactive in seeking opportunities for your own professional growth and are equally passionate about fostering the development of your team members through mentorship and guidance
• Excellent communication skills in English: ability to influence, collaborate, and engage with all levels of the organization
• Has a self-initiated, solution-oriented approach with a collaborative mindset - you can find constructive solutions even in challenging situations
• Is fluent in Finnish and English, both written and spoken
• Shows willingness to travel to our retail stores in Finland as well as to our HQ in Denmark
• Is passionate about talent development and the growth of organizations

Bonus Points For...

• Managing system development projects or driving transformation initiatives
• Experience from Employer Branding initiatives

This is a one-year temporary cover position in our head office in Espoo from December onwards.

INTERESTED?

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact People Manager Reetta Järveläinen on [phone]. Otherwise, please send us your application and CV no later than 10.10. Please include your salary expectation in your cover letter. We will be reviewing and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to remove the advertisement when we find the right candidate.