HR Business Partner (HR Generalist)

Retail Human Resources plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Company car allowance or paid public

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Private healthcare after 1 year

40% staff discount across brands

Cycle-to-work scheme

Season ticket scheme

Eye tests and glasses/contacts up to £

Perkbox

Job summary

Retail Human Resources plc is seeking an HR Business Partner to support store teams across Greater London and surrounding areas. You will work with senior leaders to deliver a proactive HR service, focusing on recruitment for new stores and employee relations.

This field-based role involves three days visiting stores and two days in the office. CIPD-qualified candidates with at least three years' generalist HR experience in retail are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Three years' generalist HR experience.
• CIPD-qualified or equivalent HR professional.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment to support new store openings.
• Oversee employee relations matters and advise on employment law and HR policies.
• Coach managers on performance management and people development.
• Conduct training needs analyses and develop training programmes.
• Support organisational change and build relationships across the retail estate.
• Regular store visits to engage with teams and managers.

Skills

HR generalist

Recruitment

Employee relations

Coaching managers

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Join an internationally recognised watch and lifestyle brand known for its bold designs, creativity and innovative approach. As the business continues to expand its retail footprint, this is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting store teams, developing talent and driving people-focused initiatives across an evolving retail business. As HR Business Partner, you will work closely with senior leadership and retail managers to deliver a proactive, commercially focused HR service. Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end recruitment to support new store openings, overseeing employee relations matters, advising on employment law and HR policies, and coaching managers on performance management and people development. You will also conduct training needs analyses, develop and implement training programmes, support organisational change and build strong relationships across the retail estate through regular store visits. The successful candidate will be a CIPD-qualified or equivalent HR professional with at least three years’ generalist HR experience, ideally within a retail environment. You will bring strong employment law and employee relations knowledge, proven end-to-end recruitment experience and the confidence to partner with senior stakeholders. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills are essential, alongside a hands-on, adaptable approach and the ability to influence and support managers in a fast-paced, growing business. Salary & Benefits: £58,500 per annum, plus an annual bonus. Benefits include 31 days’ annual leave, a company car allowance or paid public transport, pension contributions, life assurance, private healthcare after one year of service, 40% staff discount across all brands, a cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket scheme, eye tests and a contribution of up to £100 towards glasses or contact lenses, exclusive staff sales and access to Perkbox. This is a field-based role, with three days per week visiting stores and two days in the office. Reference: AW – JESWATHRBP – 01