Specialist, People Operations

Brobston Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gucci America is seeking a Specialist, People Operations to drive HR policy development, administration and compliance. You will partner with senior HR leadership to optimize HRIS usage, payroll paperwork and employee lifecycle support across a multi-site environment.

The role requires 2–4 years in HR, knowledge of Workday/Dayforce, strong Excel skills and a background in fashion luxury retail. US work authorization is required; the position is based in New York City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR preferred.
• 2–4 years HR experience.
• Workday and Dayforce HRIS knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in fashion luxury retail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong follow-up skills.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Retail/multi-site experience preferred.
• Responsible and objective mindset.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize HRIS interfaces and related technologies.
• Promote use of HR systems and tools across the organization.
• Update and circulate HR manuals, policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely HR administration processes across lifecycle events.
• Collaborate with KSS on payroll and benefits paperwork.
• Ensure on-line compliance training enrollment and tracking.
• Maintain HR policies in partnership with Legal.
• Support and develop the HR Administration/temp team and multi-site structure.

Skills

HRIS systems

Workday

Dayforce

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Job description

Role Mission

The Specialist, People Operations ensures effective creation, development and administration of all HR related policies, procedures, manuals, and paperwork. Working closely with senior HR leadership, the main mission of the role is to promote effective management of and support for administrative processes and workflows within the HR department and as may be inter-related to/from the HR department from other departments, and/or inclusive of implementation of new technologies and evolving interfaces with Kering Shared Services. The role is responsible for maintaining updated and available HR handbooks/manuals and HR policies/procedures for use by all management and employees and will work with Legal to ensure compliance and alignment with Kering Shared Services (KSS).

Key Accountabilities

HRIS Systems and Technologies

• Ensure effective implementation of HRIS and related interfaces;
• Promote use and optimization of systems and technologies provided by the company;
• Identify and propose progressive tools to simplify and optimize the people practices of the organization.

HR Policy & Procedure

• Evolve and uphold the HR policies and procedures, ensuring training as needed;
• Ensure smooth operation of HR administration that support all junctures of employee lifecycle;
• Update and circulate HR manuals/handbooks/policies/procedures as needed.

HR Administration

• Ensure effective and timely execution of HR administration paperwork and processes;
• Identify opportunities to simplify personnel administration;
• Effectively partner with KSS for the evolution of payroll and benefits related paperwork;
• Ensure timely processing of HR invoices and contracts and;
• Seek and identify improvements to administrative practices within and without HR Dept.

Legal & Compliance

• Ensure all policies to be issued are appropriately reviewed and authorized;
• Enroll employees in mandatory on-line compliance training and ensure completion in partnership with People Partners;
• Support HR Team with the practice of effective documentation and record-keeping.

Team/Department Management

• Support and develop best in class HR Administration/temp team;
• Provide departmental scaffolding for operational efficiency to support a team environment in which initiatives can be created, led, and supported from all levels and HR roles;
• Maintain an HR as service overall value proposition for the employees of Gucci America.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Human Resources concentration preferred) desired;
• 2-4 years of prior experience in Human Resources Functions;
• Knowledge of Workday and Dayforce HRIS System (preferred);
• Advanced Excel Skills;
• Relevant experience gained within a fashion luxury retail environment;
• Strong organization skills;
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously;
• Strong follow up skills on projects and activities on a day-to-day basis to maximize impact;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of internal and external colleagues;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to influence without authority and to work cross-functionally to deliver and share results;
• Strong motivation to work for retail and the proven ability to work within a multi-site structure;
• Can take responsibility for own actions;
• Maintains objective view in negative or emotional situation.

Work Authorization

Qualified candidates must have the proper work authorization to work in the United States

We are passionate makers and bold thought leaders. If you feel like us, grab this chance and be part of our community! “Gucci is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively, and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Accessibility

Our Gucci community is committed to providing a culture of inclusivity and accessibility in all aspects of the employee life cycle – starting with the candidate experience. If you are interested in becoming a Gucci Dream-maker and applying for employment and require a reasonable accommodation to assist with any part of the application and/or interview process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] (mailto:[e-mail]).

When contacting us, please provide your contact information, the role you have applied to, and the nature of your accessibility issue. Please only send inquiries concerning requests for reasonable accommodations.

Salary Range – New York City

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York, GUCCI includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. In addition, where a candidate falls within the disclosed range estimate may be dependent on the applicable geographic differential associated with the location in which the position may be filled.

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $81,000 USD to $90,000 USD.

EOE M/D/F/V