Strategic Human Resources Business Partner

We are looking for an exceptional strategic HR Business Partner, to collaborate with and guide our C-Suite and most Senior Directors on all things people strategy.  This role is leading on the design of people plans, new initiatives and innovative business solutions beyond the norm the norm of the annual people cycle.  If you have demonstrable experience of this we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

It’s an exciting time at Harrods.  As we celebrate our 175th anniversary, we continue to make huge investments into our business.  From new IT platforms to change the way we plan, buy and manage our products, to completely re-launching our most elite Private Shopping service, there’s lots going on over the next two years.  Needless to say, the HRBP team are playing a critical role in these developments, as well as supporting the organisation on an interesting culture change programme.

As a truly strategic Business Partner, you will partner with senior leaders to turn their strategic plans into tangible people roadmaps which you will fully own and deliver.  As someone who thrives on working at pace, your drive, tenacity and passion for commercial outcomes, will shine through in your professional delivery and ability to build relationships quickly and effectively.

Reporting to the Senior Human Resources Business Partner, who reports directly to the Chief People Officer, this role contributes to the successful embedding of corporate HR strategy initiatives within their areas of responsibility ensuring local business requirements are accounted for in the design and delivery of such initiatives. In addition, this role is responsible for ensuring that key cyclical people-related activity such as Talent, Succession Planning and Reward Management are executed exceptionally.

About You

You are someone who is ambitious and driven, and flexible in your approach. In style you are professional and confident, with high levels of presence and gravitas which paired with your extensive knowledge and expertise gives great confidence to your business stakeholders

You will also have –

• Genuine passion for delivering high standards of service and enabling others to do their best work.
• Extensive track record in building credible and trusting relationships with stakeholders at the most  senior level, as well as the ability to communicate, influence and network at this level
• Strategic and commercial understanding and experience to deliver the best commercial outcomes
• Interest in and the skills to read and interpret data and insights to shape and influence business change
• Confidence to manage expectations and constructively challenge where required
• Significant experience in all aspects of HR and employee lifecycle activity
• The ability to identify risk (for example employment law, project timelines)
• Flexibility in approach and able to manage and cope with ambiguity
• Sound levels of judgement and the ability to make solid business decisions on which to base advice

About Us

As the world’s leading luxury retail emporium, we craft magic, memorable experiences for our customers and support our talented teams to become the best ambassadors for our global brand. We set the highest standards and reward the remarkable people who help us maintain them

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

In return you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

While our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you do not meet every desired criteria but feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in this role coupled with an alignment with our values, we would encourage you to apply.

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