Manager, Talent Acquisition, Retail

Prada Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prada Group is seeking an experienced recruitment professional to own the full-cycle recruitment of high-caliber retail talent across Prada Group’s Southeast stores and outlet locations. You will build pipelines, coach hiring managers, and ensure candidate experiences align with Prada’s standards of excellence.

This role requires 5+ years in recruitment, luxury retail or outlet experience, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruitment/talent acquisition experience.
• Luxury retail or outlet recruitment experience preferred.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, multi-store environment.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with MS Office and ATS.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for Southeast retail and outlet roles; make hiring recommendations.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline through internal systems, external platforms, networking, and events.
• Partner with store leaders and HR to refine job descriptions, clarify role expectations, and ensure onboarding.
• Coach hiring managers on interviewing practices and improve recruiting effectiveness.
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies aligned to business needs and outlet vs. full-price retail environments.
• Track and report KPI metrics related to open-to-hire benchmarks.
• Cultivate relationships with candidates and external talent partners.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Luxury retail recruitment

Multi-store environment

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. The Group, a world leader in the luxury sector, operates in more than 45 countries with the PRADA, Miu Miu, Versace, Church’s, Car Shoe and Luna Rossa brands, and has employees of over 100 nationalities.

Job Summary / Purposes

Own the full-cycle recruitment of high-caliber retail talent across Prada Group’s Southeast stores and outlet locations. You will build pipelines, coach hiring managers, and deliver exceptional candidate experiences that keep our boutiques and outlets staffed with people who embody Prada’s standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates at all levels for Southeast retail and outlet roles; make hiring recommendations.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline through internal systems, external platforms, networking, and targeted hiring events in key Southeast markets.
• Partner closely with store leaders and HR business partners to refine job descriptions, clarify role expectations, and ensure seamless onboarding.
• Coach hiring managers on interviewing best practices and elevate their recruiting effectiveness.
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies tailored to business needs, budget, and the unique dynamics of outlet and full-price retail environments.
• Track and analyze open-to-hire metrics; define and report key recruitment KPIs.
• Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with candidates and external talent partners.

Qualifications / Requirements

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruitment/talent acquisition experience; luxury retail or outlet experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-store environment while managing competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and partner effectively at all levels.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position may vary from $120,000 - $130,000, and if applicable, may be eligible for bonuses and other incentive opportunities. The rate of pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth.

Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to build a fair and respectful workplace for all.