Junior HR Business Partner

Watchfinder; West Malling; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Watchfinder is seeking a proactive Junior HR Business Partner to support the global commercial organisation. You will work closely with the Senior HR & Talent Business Partner to help design and deliver HR initiatives across recruitment, onboarding, performance and talent management.

You will gain hands-on experience across employee relations, project management and international HR practices, while embedding yourself in the business and delivering practical HR solutions aligned with strategic

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or HR Advisors with at least two years of relevant HR experience.
• Experience across HR disciplines (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development) is desirable.
• Familiarity with HR systems and data analysis is a plus (Workday).
• Ability to manage projects and support international HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior HR & Talent Business Partner in implementing people initiatives and transformation projects.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, performance, and talent management activities.
• Collaborate with HR and business teams to deliver a consistent employee experience.
• Assist in collecting and analysing HR data to inform decisions.
• Lead or support HR projects from inception to completion.
• Coach managers to build capability in people management.
• Handle employee relations cases with guidance on escalation.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Performance management

Talent management

HR data analysis

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Tools

Workday

Job description

Ignite Your HR Career at Watchfinder! Are you an ambitious, people-focused individual eager to dive deep into the world of HR and accelerate your professional growth? This is an exceptional opportunity for a Junior HR Business Partner to be fully immersed in the entire HR lifecycle, developing critical skills and knowledge within a fast-paced, dynamic global environment.

About the Role: As our Junior HR Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting our commercial organisation globally. Working closely with our Senior HR & Talent Business Partner, you'll gain hands-on experience contributing to the development and implementation of impactful HR initiatives. This role offers unparalleled exposure to diverse HR areas, including Project Management, Employee Relations, and international HR practices, providing a robust foundation for your career.

You'll be instrumental in supporting managers, driving key people initiatives, and helping to cultivate a high-performance culture. We're looking for someone who is keen to embed themselves within the business, understanding stakeholder priorities and delivering practical HR solutions that truly align with our strategic growth.

Who You Are

• An ambitious and people-focused professional with a genuine desire to learn and grow.
• Eager to 'roll up your sleeves' and get fully immersed in all aspects of HR.
• Passionate about developing your knowledge, experience, and partnering capabilities.

Why Watchfinder? Join a collaborative, supportive and high-output HR team at Watchfinder that is deeply aligned with the company's strategic growth. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop a deep understanding of HR complexities and contribute directly to our global commercial teams. This is more than just a job; it's a launchpad for your HR career.

How will you make an impact?

• Support the Senior HR & Talent Business Partner in implementing people initiatives and transformation projects that align with the business strategic objectives across Watchfinder’s commercial organization.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, performance, and talent management activities, ensuring key HR Processes are efficiently delivered.
• Collaborate closely with team members across HR and the business, helping to deliver a consistent and positive employee experience.
• Collaborate with centres of excellence and group (Richemont) colleagues to support the development and delivery of solutions tailored to the business needs.
• Assist in administering the annual compensation and reward process, ensuring accuracy and transparency under the guidance of the Senior HR & Talent Business Partner.
• Build professional working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders throughout the organization.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing HR data to inform recommendations and support business decision making.
• Maintain awareness of external market insights and developments, sharing these across the HR team.
• Lead or support various HR Projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic projects.
• Coaching and appropriately challenging managers to build confidence and capability in people management, promoting consistency, fairness, and high-performance outcomes.
• Managing employee relation cases at the appropriate level, escalating complex or high-risk matters where required, ensuring advice remains legally compliant.

How You Will Experience Success With Us

• We welcome applicants from HR Advisors or recent graduates with at least two years experience of relevant HR experience, including those from various HR disciplines (e.g. Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development) who can demonstrate transferable skills.
• Some demonstratable experience in managing projects, preferably within a HR context.
• Some exposure to Employee Relations (ER) Principles and practices
• Familiarity with HR Systems and data analysis tools is a plus (Workday).
• Strong relationship Skills: Proven ability to build rapport, influence, and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent ability to analyse data, identify trends, and draw insightful conclusions to support HR Decision Making.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem solving: Proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Adaptability: Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

Our Values

• Caring: Demonstrating empathy and respect for the people around us, the work we do and the business we are part of.
• Pioneering: Finding new and innovative ways to adapt and improve the ways we operate and the service(s) we provide.
• Outstanding: Ensuring that the very highest standards are delivered across every facet of our business - internally and externally. Bringing excellence in everything we do, every time.