Senior Specialist - Talent Business Partner Retail UK

低; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Specialist - Talent Business Partner for their Retail team in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the people agenda, drive talent initiatives, and foster a culture of growth and inclusion. You will collaborate with leadership to enhance organizational performance, develop future leaders, and ensure compliance with UK labor legislation. Join a diverse team that prioritizes personal well-being and professional development, all while making a positive impact on the workplace culture. If you are passionate about HR and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Business Partner role in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of UK labor laws and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Build strategic partnerships with Retail Leadership for talent initiatives.
• Advise managers on people-related matters and enhance performance.

Skills

HR Advisory Experience

Knowledge of UK Labor Legislation

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Job description

Senior Specialist - Talent Business Partner Retail UK

Our Talent (HR) team is expanding with the growth of On, and we are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our growing team. You will have the opportunity to help shape On’s people agenda through collaboration on various people-related topics. This role is suited for someone who strives for efficiency and continuously seeks new and improved ways to deliver people processes for our UK Retail teams.

Your Mission

1. Build strong, strategic partnerships with the Retail Leadership Team to develop short and long-term strategies, supporting planning, development, and implementation of talent initiatives.
2. Help shape the organization and culture for future growth, including organizational changes, leadership, and people development, working closely with the Retail Leadership Team to enhance performance and cultivate future leaders.
3. Act as a true partner by advising managers and team members on people-related matters.
4. Collaborate with other Talent Functions (Operations, Talent Acquisition) to improve processes, achieve efficiencies, and ensure compliance.
5. Partner with regional Business Partner counterparts on global talent initiatives and programs.
6. Lead strategic people topics and programs that reflect and promote the company's values, such as Diversity & Inclusion, Well-being, etc.

Your Profile

• Experience in an HR Advisory or HR Business Partner role within an international, fast-paced environment, preferably in Retail HR.
• Knowledge of UK labor legislation and employee relations.
• Team player with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives when challenged.
• Hands-on approach combined with strategic thinking.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to extract actionable insights from data.
• Proactive attitude with innovative problem-solving skills.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.

About the Team

Being part of On's Talent team means doing things differently. We build, grow, enable, and empower our team to drive the future of On. We prioritize making people feel good and aim to provide the best experience. Our team is diverse, including experts, athletes, musicians, artists, scientists, and innovators, all working to unlock potential.

What We Offer

We provide an environment centered on growth and progress, with tools to develop holistically—physically, mentally, and professionally. Our approach combines support, teamwork, and personal well-being, all driven by purpose.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a fair and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination in recruitment, advancement, and retention.

Our hiring process typically takes about eight weeks from application to offer, ensuring we find the right fit. We encourage you to consider if our culture aligns with your passions and skills before applying.