Senior People Partner

WOLVERINE; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global marketer of branded footwear and apparel seeks an HR Business Partner, Sr. Manager to drive organizational alignment and enhance the employee experience. This pivotal role involves advising leadership, implementing HR solutions, and fostering an inclusive culture within the company.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant HR generalist experience.
• People management experience preferred.
• Strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate effective communication and lead organizational change.
• Advise leadership on talent management and employee relations.
• Manage a team of HR professionals.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Knowledge of European employment laws

MS Office proficiency

Conflict management

Relationship-building skills

Collaboration skills

Business metrics analysis

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

HR systems (Workday)

Job description

Current employees, please apply in Workday.

Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an extensive presence in approximately 200 countries and territories, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing brands such as Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty, and Wolverine. Our mission is to empower, engage, and inspire our consumers every step of the way.

Our team members are the heart of our stores worldwide, bringing passion and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Your core responsibility is to ensure customers enjoy their time with us, whether helping them select shoes or style outfits.

The HR Business Partner, Sr. Manager, acts as a strategic HR partner within our organization, advising on talent management, performance, change management, culture, and employee relations.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1. Facilitate effective communication, lead through change, and foster cultural progress.
2. Drive organizational and operational alignment across multiple locations.
3. Advise leadership on employee relations, talent management, learning and development, culture, and talent acquisition.
4. Create a positive and engaging employee experience.
5. Develop talent pipelines through capability, competency development, and succession planning.
6. Implement strategic talent initiatives to attract and retain talent.
7. Identify training needs and collaborate with Learning and Organizational Development teams.
8. Recommend and execute HR and business solutions.
9. Utilize reports and best practices to inform recommendations.
10. Partner with Total Rewards to develop relevant programs.
11. Ensure compliance with laws and HR policies.
12. Manage a team of HR professionals, guiding their development.
13. Perform duties aligned with company policies and goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 7+ years of relevant HR generalist experience.
• Knowledge of European and regional employment laws.
• Proficiency in HR systems (Workday experience beneficial) and MS Office.
• Ability to manage conflict and exercise good judgment.
• Effective relationship-building skills at all organizational levels.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to analyze business metrics and external conditions.
• Resilient and adaptable in challenging situations.
• People management experience preferred.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong business acumen.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Our statements describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive.

Wolverine Worldwide values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive culture from recruitment through employment.