HR Partner

Oakleaf; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious luxury perfume brand in London seeks an HR Partner to lead talent acquisition and develop its people strategy. This standalone role requires proven experience as an HR Manager, ideally in luxury retail, with strong relationship-building capabilities and knowledge of UK employment laws. Join this iconic fragrance house during an exciting growth phase, and contribute to fostering a creative, inclusive, and high-performance work culture. Competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities await.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great opportunities for growth

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a standalone HR Manager in luxury retail or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition and recruitment initiatives.
• Develop and implement impactful learning and development programmes.
• Manage employee relations and engagement activities.

Skills

Talent acquisition and development

Strong relationship-building skills

Knowledge of UK employment legislation

Proficient with HR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

HR Partner

Luxury Perfume House

London – West End

Full-Time – Office-Based

I am delighted to be partnering with a prestigious luxury perfume brand based in London’s West End who are seeking a talented HR Manager to join their growing business. This is a rare opportunity to join an iconic fragrance house and play a pivotal role in shaping their people strategy during an exciting period of growth.

This is a standalone HR role, ideal for someone who is confident operating both strategically and operationally, with the ability to build strong relationships across the business and help drive a high-performance, engaging, and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with managers to ensure recruitment and development strategies support wider business goals.
• Attract and recruit top talent across both retail and office functions.
• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle : job postings, interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Ensure onboarding processes are legally compliant (Right to Work checks) and aligned with brand values and culture.

Talent Development & Learning

• Work with brand ambassadors and trainers to deliver impactful learning and development programmes.
• Support training needs analysis and coordinate internal and external training sessions.
• Contribute to succession planning, career development, and leadership development initiatives.

Performance & Capability Management

• Lead the annual performance cycle and support managers with goal-setting and feedback.
• Identify high-potential employees and create tailored development plans.

Employee Relations, Engagement & Culture

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, offering clear and supportive guidance.
• Manage employee relations matters, with support from external advisors for complex cases.
• Support initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Lead on engagement activities and feedback processes to enhance satisfaction and retention.

About You

• CIPD Level 5 or above.
• Proven experience as a standalone HR Manager, ideally within luxury retail or a similar premium environment.
• Strong background in talent acquisition and development.
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work with a prestigious luxury brand.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and creative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Great opportunities for growth and career development.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.