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JD Sports is a prominent UK-based retail company specialising in sportswear, athletic footwear, and related accessories. Their ultimate mission is to provide customers with a comprehensive range of top-quality sportswear brands, sneakers, and sports-related fashion items. JD Sports' purpose revolves around enabling individuals to pursue an active and healthy lifestyle by offering them the latest and most stylish sportswear options, catering to their athletic and fashion needs.


Retail & Consumer Goods

JD Sports Fashion

You must be a CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified accountant with 3+ years of experience, strong in commercial finance, ecommerce, analysis, Excel, and interpersonal skills.

You will provide commercial support, analyze financial data, develop business cases, track project progress, and collaborate with finance teams and key stakeholders in Digital initiatives.

Business, Operations & Strategy

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Finance Business Partner – Digital Reporting To Associate Director Commercial Finance Digital Department Commercial Finance Location: JD Sports Fashion PLC, Edinburgh House, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of sports fashion and outdoor brands. As well as consistently delivering growth and scale, JD is currently undergoing a period of digital transformation. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner in Commercial Finance Digital to help teams deliver exceptional online performance and support the priorities of the Digital Centre of Excellence. As the Finance Business Partner – Digital, you will work closely with leaders across the Digital function including Product, Digital technology and Customer data to fully embed financial support into key leadership decision making. You will support all Digital teams to ensure roadmaps, plans, investment decisions and business cases are supported by robust financial analysis and insight. This involves owning Digital cost lines and reporting of core KPIs to financial and non-financial stakeholder to drive the delivery of ongoing performance. Main Duties * Provide commercial support to the Associate Director Digital and the Head of Business Partnering on all Digital priorities, roadmaps, workload and investments * Drive successful business outcomes by being a true partner to the Digital business, providing financial analysis, strategic insights and financial support for teams within the Digital Centre of Excellence. * Key stakeholders include Product teams across web, app and in-store technology, digital technology, customer data, Procurement * Business case development and tracking – ownership of key business cases for digital Product, Tech and Data initiatives. Provide insight into ROI. Track programme/project progress against strategic goals * Input and understanding of month end reporting, working closely with operational finance team, enabling better forecasting and support to CoE * Work closely with colleagues in Commercial Finance (in Digital and broader Finance Business Partners) as well as across the Finance function Skills/experience/knowledge Needed * 3years+ CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant * Commercial Finance / Business Partnering / Business Analysis experience essential * Particular interest in candidates who can demonstrate experience in ecommerce, marketplace, technology or digital sectors more widely * Excellent attention to detail * Strong data analysis and financial modelling skills * Ownership of workload and ability to summarise and prioritise effectively * Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines * Skilled at prioritising tasks in fast paced environment and identifying opportunities and risks * Good interpersonal skills, with a track record of developing positive working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues * Positive, flexible, enthusiastic and driven * Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of SQL a plus We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time #LI-AH1 Apply Now

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.Finance Business Partner – DigitalReporting ToAssociate Director Commercial Finance DigitalDepartmentCommercial FinanceLocation:JD Sports Fashion PLC, Edinburgh House, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RRJD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of sports fashion and outdoor brands. As well as consistently delivering growth and scale, JD is currently undergoing a period of digital transformation. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner in Commercial Finance Digital to help teams deliver exceptional online performance and support the priorities of the Digital Centre of Excellence.As the Finance Business Partner – Digital, you will work closely with leaders across the Digital function including Product, Digital technology and Customer data to fully embed financial support into key leadership decision making. You will support all Digital teams to ensure roadmaps, plans, investment decisions and business cases are supported by robust financial analysis and insight. This involves owning Digital cost lines and reporting of core KPIs to financial and non-financial stakeholder to drive the delivery of ongoing performance.Main Duties * Provide commercial support to the Associate Director Digital and the Head of Business Partnering on all Digital priorities, roadmaps, workload and investments * Drive successful business outcomes by being a true partner to the Digital business, providing financial analysis, strategic insights and financial support for teams within the Digital Centre of Excellence. * Key stakeholders include Product teams across web, app and in-store technology, digital technology, customer data, Procurement * Business case development and tracking – ownership of key business cases for digital Product, Tech and Data initiatives. Provide insight into ROI. Track programme/project progress against strategic goals * Input and understanding of month end reporting, working closely with operational finance team, enabling better forecasting and support to CoE * Work closely with colleagues in Commercial Finance (in Digital and broader Finance Business Partners) as well as across the Finance functionSkills/experience/knowledge Needed * 3years+ CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant * Commercial Finance / Business Partnering / Business Analysis experience essential * Particular interest in candidates who can demonstrate experience in ecommerce, marketplace, technology or digital sectors more widely * Excellent attention to detail * Strong data analysis and financial modelling skills * Ownership of workload and ability to summarise and prioritise effectively * Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines * Skilled at prioritising tasks in fast paced environment and identifying opportunities and risks * Good interpersonal skills, with a track record of developing positive working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues * Positive, flexible, enthusiastic and driven * Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of SQL a plusWe know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.Thank you for your time#LI-AH1Apply Now

Finance Business Partner – Digital - JD Sports Fashion

&lt;p&gt;Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Finance Business Partner – Digital &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Reporting To&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Associate Director Commercial Finance Digital&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Commercial Finance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Location: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;JD Sports Fashion PLC, Edinburgh House, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of sports fashion and outdoor brands. As well as consistently delivering growth and scale, JD is currently undergoing a period of digital transformation. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner in Commercial Finance Digital to help teams deliver exceptional online performance and support the priorities of the Digital Centre of Excellence.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As the &lt;strong&gt;Finance Business Partner – Digital&lt;/strong&gt;, you will work closely with leaders across the Digital function including Product, Digital technology and Customer data to fully embed financial support into key leadership decision making. You will support all Digital teams to ensure roadmaps, plans, investment decisions and business cases are supported by robust financial analysis and insight. This involves owning Digital cost lines and reporting of core KPIs to financial and non-financial stakeholder to drive the delivery of ongoing performance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Main Duties&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provide commercial support to the Associate Director Digital and the Head of Business Partnering on all Digital priorities, roadmaps, workload and investments&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Drive successful business outcomes by being a true partner to the Digital business, providing financial analysis, strategic insights and financial support for teams within the Digital Centre of Excellence.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Key stakeholders include Product teams across web, app and in-store technology, digital technology, customer data, Procurement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Business case development and tracking – ownership of key business cases for digital Product, Tech and Data initiatives. Provide insight into ROI. Track programme/project progress against strategic goals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Input and understanding of month end reporting, working closely with operational finance team, enabling better forecasting and support to CoE&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with colleagues in Commercial Finance (in Digital and broader Finance Business Partners) as well as across the Finance function &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Skills/experience/knowledge Needed&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;3years+ CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Commercial Finance / Business Partnering / Business Analysis experience essential&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Particular interest in candidates who can demonstrate experience in ecommerce, marketplace, technology or digital sectors more widely&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent attention to detail&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong data analysis and financial modelling skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ownership of workload and ability to summarise and prioritise effectively&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Skilled at prioritising tasks in fast paced environment and identifying opportunities and risks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Good interpersonal skills, with a track record of developing positive working relationships with finance and non-finance colleagues&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Positive, flexible, enthusiastic and driven&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of SQL a plus &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your time&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#LI-AH1&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Apply Now&lt;/p&gt;

Finance Business Partner – Digital

You must be part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA), have intermediate Excel skills, effective communication, attention to detail, strong time management, and a self-motivated attitude. Retail experience is a plus.

You will create commercial reports, assist with budgeting, analyze payroll data, prepare bonus calculations, maintain financial models, and support ad-hoc analysis for Central Europe markets.

Accounting & Tax

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Commercial Analyst – Central Europe Head Office 6-9 months fixed-term contract Responsible to: Commercial Finance Manager Department: Finance Location: JD Group Head Office, Bury, BL9 8RR Hours: 40 hrs per week Responsibilities * Production and distribution of daily, weekly and monthly commercial reporting for the region * Assist with the budget and reforecast process for all entities in the Central Europe region * Provide financial input into strategic long term planning. * Collate payroll data across all Central Europe markets and distribute weekly/monthly reports * Assist with the preparation of quarterly bonus calculations. * Support in analysis and reporting for Europe and ensure consistency in process across all EU markets. * Develop and maintain financial models, ensuring data is accurate, complete and maintained regularly for all Central Europe markets * Management of timelines and submissions in line with Group Finance deadlines and agreed timelines with stakeholders * Active involvement in design, development and maintenance of new reports, identifying trends and issues * Support the finance team with other ad-hoc analysis and reporting as and when required Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed * Essential * Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA) * Excel (intermediate) * IT literate * Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills * Excellent attention to detail * Strong time management skills * Self-motivated, willingness to learn and work with initiative * Desirable * Experience working in retail We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time #LI-AH1 Apply Now

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.Commercial Analyst – Central EuropeHead Office6-9 months fixed-term contractResponsible to: Commercial Finance ManagerDepartment: FinanceLocation: JD Group Head Office, Bury, BL9 8RRHours: 40 hrs per weekResponsibilities * Production and distribution of daily, weekly and monthly commercial reporting for the region * Assist with the budget and reforecast process for all entities in the Central Europe region * Provide financial input into strategic long term planning. * Collate payroll data across all Central Europe markets and distribute weekly/monthly reports * Assist with the preparation of quarterly bonus calculations. * Support in analysis and reporting for Europe and ensure consistency in process across all EU markets. * Develop and maintain financial models, ensuring data is accurate, complete and maintained regularly for all Central Europe markets * Management of timelines and submissions in line with Group Finance deadlines and agreed timelines with stakeholders * Active involvement in design, development and maintenance of new reports, identifying trends and issues * Support the finance team with other ad-hoc analysis and reporting as and when requiredSkills/Experience/Knowledge Needed * Essential * Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA) * Excel (intermediate) * IT literate * Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills * Excellent attention to detail * Strong time management skills * Self-motivated, willingness to learn and work with initiative * Desirable * Experience working in retailWe know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.Thank you for your time#LI-AH1Apply Now

Commercial Analyst – Central Europe - JD Sports Fashion

&lt;p&gt;Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Commercial Analyst – Central Europe &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Head Office&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;6-9 months fixed-term contract&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Responsible to: Commercial Finance Manager &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Department: Finance &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Location: JD Group Head Office, Bury, BL9 8RR &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Hours: 40 hrs per week &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Production and distribution of daily, weekly and monthly commercial reporting for the region&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist with the budget and reforecast process for all entities in the Central Europe region&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provide financial input into strategic long term planning.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collate payroll data across all Central Europe markets and distribute weekly/monthly reports&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assist with the preparation of quarterly bonus calculations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support in analysis and reporting for Europe and ensure consistency in process across all EU markets.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop and maintain financial models, ensuring data is accurate, complete and maintained regularly for all Central Europe markets&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Management of timelines and submissions in line with Group Finance deadlines and agreed timelines with stakeholders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Active involvement in design, development and maintenance of new reports, identifying trends and issues&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support the finance team with other ad-hoc analysis and reporting as and when required &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Essential&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excel (intermediate)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;IT literate&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent attention to detail&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong time management skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Self-motivated, willingness to learn and work with initiative&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Desirable&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience working in retail &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your time&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#LI-AH1&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Apply Now&lt;/p&gt;

Commercial Analyst – Central Europe

You need 10+ years in IT service management, 5+ in leadership, strong ITIL and CMDB knowledge, great communication skills, and experience in strategy and service transition management.

You will manage change processes, ensure smooth service transitions, oversee release management, maintain the CMDB, report on performance metrics, and lead the service transition team.

IT & Cybersecurity

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. The Head of Service Transition is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth transition of Group Technology services into the operational environment. This role encompasses change enablement, release management, knowledge management, CMDB (Configuration Management Database), service reporting, and contract management for the execution layer. You will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring services meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of ITIL processes and best practices. As the Head of Service Transition, you will lead the service transition team, managing processes and frameworks necessary for effective service transitions. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting. Additionally, you will manage contracts with third-party providers responsible for the execution layer, ensuring they meet performance standards and integrate seamlessly with our workflows. The role demands collaboration with various IT and business leaders to align service transition activities with organisational goals, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence within the service transition team and across the organisation. * Job Title – Head of Service Transition * Location – BL9 8RR * Working rota – Monday Friday * Working hours – 40 What You'll Be Doing * Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth and controlled transitions of services. * Oversee the change enablement process, ensuring changes are reviewed, approved, and implemented with minimal disruption. * Collaborate with stakeholders to assess the impact of changes and ensure readiness for implementation. Release Management * Plan and manage the release of new services and updates, ensuring coordination across teams and adherence to schedules. * Develop release policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance requirements. * Oversee the deployment of releases, ensuring successful implementation and addressing any issues that arise. Knowledge Management * Establish and maintain a knowledge management framework to capture, store, and share information across the organisation. * Ensure knowledge resources are up-to-date, accessible, and effectively utilised by IT and business teams. * Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement through effective knowledge sharing practices. CMDB And Configuration Management * Oversee the management and maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). * Ensure the accuracy and completeness of configuration data, supporting effective service management and decision-making. * Develop and enforce configuration management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Service Reporting * Develop and maintain service reporting frameworks to provide insights into service performance and compliance. * Produce regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other metrics. * Present findings to senior management and stakeholders, providing recommendations for improvement. Contract Management * Oversee the management of third-party provider contracts responsible for the execution layer of service transition activities. * Ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) as outlined in the contracts. * Lead negotiations for contract renewals and amendments, securing favourable terms and conditions. * Monitor vendor performance and manage relationships to ensure high-quality service delivery. * Ensure third-party providers are integrated seamlessly into the organisation's workflows and align with the overall strategic vision. Leadership And Collaboration * Lead and develop a high-performing service transition team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. * Collaborate with other IT and business leaders to ensure alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals. Act as a point of escalation for service transition issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication. What We're Looking For Required Skills and Experience: Leadership And Management * Proven leadership abilities with experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams. * Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of excellence. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with technical and business stakeholders. * Effective collaboration skills to work with various IT and business leaders, ensuring alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals. Technical Expertise * In-depth knowledge of ITIL processes and best practices, particularly in service transition areas such as change enablement, release management, and configuration management. * Strong understanding of Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and its role in service management. * Proficiency in knowledge management frameworks and service reporting tools. * Experience in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of IT services, from development to operations. Contract And Vendor Management * Experience in managing third-party provider contracts, including negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs. Experience Professional Experience: * Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT service management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing service transition activities. * Experience in the retail industry or a similar fast-paced environment is a plus. Service Management * Practical experience in developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting. * Demonstrated ability to manage the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring they meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. Educational Background * Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL Expert, ITIL Service Transition, PMP) are highly desirable The Company The JD Group is a leading omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion, Street & Premium Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 90,000 colleagues over 4,500 stores across several retail fascia's in over 36 countries around the world. We are an equal opportunities employer who embraces and values differences. We recognise the importance of an inclusive workplace culture in which everyone can thrive irrespective of their background or identity. To be a part of this successful and continuously growing company, you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people first, a digital leader and customer focused organisation which provides operational excellence and is continuous with identifying new areas of growth into our day-to-day. Benefits We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits: * Incremental Holiday Allowance * Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online * Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme * Discounted Gym membership * Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work * Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications Interested? If you are interested in this position, then press the Apply Now button. Due to the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it takes time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks of your application, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful on this occasion Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager. Thank you again for your time. We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time Apply Now

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.The Head of Service Transition is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth transition of Group Technology services into the operational environment.This role encompasses change enablement, release management, knowledge management, CMDB (Configuration Management Database), service reporting, and contract management for the execution layer.You will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring services meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of ITIL processes and best practices.As the Head of Service Transition, you will lead the service transition team, managing processes and frameworks necessary for effective service transitions. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting.Additionally, you will manage contracts with third-party providers responsible for the execution layer, ensuring they meet performance standards and integrate seamlessly with our workflows.The role demands collaboration with various IT and business leaders to align service transition activities with organisational goals, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence within the service transition team and across the organisation. * Job Title – Head of Service Transition * Location – BL9 8RR * Working rota – Monday Friday * Working hours – 40      What You'll Be Doing * Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth and controlled transitions of services. * Oversee the change enablement process, ensuring changes are reviewed, approved, and implemented with minimal disruption. * Collaborate with stakeholders to assess the impact of changes and ensure readiness for implementation.      Release Management * Plan and manage the release of new services and updates, ensuring coordination across teams and adherence to schedules. * Develop release policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance requirements. * Oversee the deployment of releases, ensuring successful implementation and addressing any issues that arise.      Knowledge Management * Establish and maintain a knowledge management framework to capture, store, and share information across the organisation. * Ensure knowledge resources are up-to-date, accessible, and effectively utilised by IT and business teams. * Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement through effective knowledge sharing practices.      CMDB And Configuration Management * Oversee the management and maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB). * Ensure the accuracy and completeness of configuration data, supporting effective service management and decision-making. * Develop and enforce configuration management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.      Service Reporting * Develop and maintain service reporting frameworks to provide insights into service performance and compliance. * Produce regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other metrics. * Present findings to senior management and stakeholders, providing recommendations for improvement.      Contract Management * Oversee the management of third-party provider contracts responsible for the execution layer of service transition activities. * Ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) as outlined in the contracts. * Lead negotiations for contract renewals and amendments, securing favourable terms and conditions. * Monitor vendor performance and manage relationships to ensure high-quality service delivery. * Ensure third-party providers are integrated seamlessly into the organisation's workflows and align with the overall strategic vision.      Leadership And Collaboration * Lead and develop a high-performing service transition team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. * Collaborate with other IT and business leaders to ensure alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals.      Act as a point of escalation for service transition issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication.What We're Looking ForRequired Skills and Experience:Leadership And Management * Proven leadership abilities with experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams. * Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of excellence. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with technical and business stakeholders. * Effective collaboration skills to work with various IT and business leaders, ensuring alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals.      Technical Expertise * In-depth knowledge of ITIL processes and best practices, particularly in service transition areas such as change enablement, release management, and configuration management. * Strong understanding of Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and its role in service management. * Proficiency in knowledge management frameworks and service reporting tools. * Experience in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of IT services, from development to operations.      Contract And Vendor Management * Experience in managing third-party provider contracts, including negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs.      ExperienceProfessional Experience: * Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT service management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing service transition activities. * Experience in the retail industry or a similar fast-paced environment is a plus.      Service Management * Practical experience in developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting. * Demonstrated ability to manage the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring they meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.      Educational Background * Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.      Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL Expert, ITIL Service Transition, PMP) are highly desirableThe CompanyThe JD Group is a leading omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion, Street & Premium Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 90,000 colleagues over 4,500 stores across several retail fascia's in over 36 countries around the world.We are an equal opportunities employer who embraces and values differences. We recognise the importance of an inclusive workplace culture in which everyone can thrive irrespective of their background or identity.To be a part of this successful and continuously growing company, you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people first, a digital leader and customer focused organisation which provides operational excellence and is continuous with identifying new areas of growth into our day-to-day.BenefitsWe know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits: * Incremental Holiday Allowance * Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online * Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme * Discounted Gym membership * Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work * Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications      Interested?If you are interested in this position, then press the Apply Now button.Due to the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it takes time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks of your application, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful on this occasionApplications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager.Thank you again for your time.We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.Thank you for your timeApply Now

Head of Service Transition - JD Sports Fashion

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The Head of Service Transition is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth transition of Group Technology services into the operational environment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This role encompasses change enablement, release management, knowledge management, CMDB (Configuration Management Database), service reporting, and contract management for the execution layer.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring services meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of ITIL processes and best practices.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As the Head of Service Transition, you will lead the service transition team, managing processes and frameworks necessary for effective service transitions. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Additionally, you will manage contracts with third-party providers responsible for the execution layer, ensuring they meet performance standards and integrate seamlessly with our workflows.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The role demands collaboration with various IT and business leaders to align service transition activities with organisational goals, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence within the service transition team and across the organisation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Job Title – Head of Service Transition&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Location – BL9 8RR&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Working rota – Monday Friday&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt; Working hours – 40&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You'll Be Doing&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth and controlled transitions of services.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the change enablement process, ensuring changes are reviewed, approved, and implemented with minimal disruption.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with stakeholders to assess the impact of changes and ensure readiness for implementation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Release Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Plan and manage the release of new services and updates, ensuring coordination across teams and adherence to schedules.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop release policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance requirements.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the deployment of releases, ensuring successful implementation and addressing any issues that arise.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Knowledge Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Establish and maintain a knowledge management framework to capture, store, and share information across the organisation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure knowledge resources are up-to-date, accessible, and effectively utilised by IT and business teams.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement through effective knowledge sharing practices.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CMDB And Configuration Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the management and maintenance of the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure the accuracy and completeness of configuration data, supporting effective service management and decision-making.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop and enforce configuration management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Service Reporting&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop and maintain service reporting frameworks to provide insights into service performance and compliance.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Produce regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), service level agreements (SLAs), and other metrics.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Present findings to senior management and stakeholders, providing recommendations for improvement.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contract Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the management of third-party provider contracts responsible for the execution layer of service transition activities.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) as outlined in the contracts.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lead negotiations for contract renewals and amendments, securing favourable terms and conditions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Monitor vendor performance and manage relationships to ensure high-quality service delivery.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure third-party providers are integrated seamlessly into the organisation's workflows and align with the overall strategic vision.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Leadership And Collaboration&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lead and develop a high-performing service transition team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with other IT and business leaders to ensure alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;Act as a point of escalation for service transition issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What We're Looking For&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Required Skills and Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Leadership And Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proven leadership abilities with experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of excellence.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with technical and business stakeholders.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Effective collaboration skills to work with various IT and business leaders, ensuring alignment of service transition activities with organisational goals.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Technical Expertise&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;In-depth knowledge of ITIL processes and best practices, particularly in service transition areas such as change enablement, release management, and configuration management.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong understanding of Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and its role in service management.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in knowledge management frameworks and service reporting tools.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of IT services, from development to operations.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contract And Vendor Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience in managing third-party provider contracts, including negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with SLAs and KPIs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Professional Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT service management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing service transition activities.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience in the retail industry or a similar fast-paced environment is a plus.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Service Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Practical experience in developing and implementing strategies for change management, release management, knowledge management, CMDB, configuration management, and service reporting.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrated ability to manage the planning, coordination, and execution of service transition activities, ensuring they meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Educational Background&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL Expert, ITIL Service Transition, PMP) are highly desirable&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Company&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The JD Group is a leading omnichannel retailer of Sports Fashion, Street &amp;amp; Premium Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 90,000 colleagues over 4,500 stores across several retail fascia's in over 36 countries around the world.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We are an equal opportunities employer who embraces and values differences. We recognise the importance of an inclusive workplace culture in which everyone can thrive irrespective of their background or identity.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;To be a part of this successful and continuously growing company, you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people first, a digital leader and customer focused organisation which provides operational excellence and is continuous with identifying new areas of growth into our day-to-day.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Incremental Holiday Allowance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Discounted Gym membership&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Interested? &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;If you are interested in this position, then press the &lt;strong&gt;Apply Now button&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Due to the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it takes time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks of your application, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful on this occasion&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thank you again for your time.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Thank you for your time&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Apply Now&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;

Head of Service Transition

You have a degree in economics/law/psychology, HRBP experience (preferably retail), labor law knowledge, strong motivation skills, and are fluent in German and English. Willing to travel 3-4 days/week.

You will advise and support retail leaders on HR issues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and collaborate with the works council and other departments.

People, HR & Administration

Wir suchen Dich als HR Business Partner (m/w/d) für unsere JD Sports Stores im Raum Norddeutschland, NRW oder Frankfurt. Du liebst es mit Menschen zusammenzuarbeiten und gleichzeitig komplexe HR-Fragestellungen aus dem Business zu lösen? Dann werde Teil von JD Sports und fungiere in der Rolle als HR Business Partner (m/w/d) als Bindeglied zu den Mitarbeitenden in den JD Sports Stores. Das bieten wir Dir: * Ein attraktiver Mitarbeiterrabatt, den Du europaweit in der gesamten JD Group & in Online Shop einlösen kannst * Bezuschussung Deiner Fitnessmitgliedschaft, z. B. bei McFIT * Individuelle Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten * Eine erstklassige Möglichkeit zur beruflichen Mobilität bieten wir mit einem Firmenwagen inklusive Tankkarte als attraktive Zusatzleistung * Wir denken an Deine Zukunft - Betriebliche Altersvorsorge * Exklusive Mitarbeiterangebote über Corporate Benefits Dein Aufgabengebiet: * Du bist hinsichtlich komplexer HR-Fragestellungen Ansprechpartner für unsere Führungskräfte im Retail (Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales Manager, Store Manager) * Proaktive, strategische Beratung und Unterstützung deines Betreuungsbereiches zu führungs-, entwicklungs- und arbeitsrechtlichen Themen unter Berücksichtigung der gesetzlichen Anforderungen * Vertrauensvolle und kooperative Zusammenarbeit mit dem Betriebsrat sowie weiterer themenübergreifender Departments, wie beispielsweise People Reward & Operations oder People Talent Das bringst Du mit: * Abgeschlossenes Studium im Bereich Wirtschafts-/Rechtswissenschaften/Psychologie oder eine vergleichbare Ausbildung * Berufserfahrung als HR Business Partner, idealerweise im Retail, Kenntnisse im Arbeitsrecht sowie Erfahrungen mit Betriebsräten * Du hast die Fähigkeit Menschen zu motivieren und zu entwickeln * Ein ausgeprägtes Verständnis für kaufmännische Zusammenhänge und ein hohes Maß an Verantwortungsbewusstsein zeichnen Dich aus * Du bist bereit in einem Umfang von 3-4 Tagen in der Woche zu reisen, um Deine Stores bestmöglich zu betreuen * Du hast sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift Bewirb Dich jetzt und wachse gemeinsam mit JD - JOIN TEAM JD!

Wir suchen Dich als HR Business Partner (m/w/d) für unsere JD Sports Stores im Raum Norddeutschland, NRW oder Frankfurt.Du liebst es mit Menschen zusammenzuarbeiten und gleichzeitig komplexe HR-Fragestellungen aus dem Business zu lösen? Dann werde Teil von JD Sports und fungiere in der Rolle als HR Business Partner (m/w/d) als Bindeglied zu den Mitarbeitenden in den JD Sports Stores.Das bieten wir Dir: * Ein attraktiver Mitarbeiterrabatt, den Du europaweit in der gesamten JD Group & in Online Shop einlösen kannst * Bezuschussung Deiner Fitnessmitgliedschaft, z. B. bei McFIT * Individuelle Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten * Eine erstklassige Möglichkeit zur beruflichen Mobilität bieten wir mit einem Firmenwagen inklusive Tankkarte als attraktive Zusatzleistung * Wir denken an Deine Zukunft - Betriebliche Altersvorsorge * Exklusive Mitarbeiterangebote über Corporate Benefits      Dein Aufgabengebiet: * Du bist hinsichtlich komplexer HR-Fragestellungen Ansprechpartner für unsere Führungskräfte im Retail (Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales Manager, Store Manager) * Proaktive, strategische Beratung und Unterstützung deines Betreuungsbereiches zu führungs-, entwicklungs- und arbeitsrechtlichen Themen unter Berücksichtigung der gesetzlichen Anforderungen * Vertrauensvolle und kooperative Zusammenarbeit mit dem Betriebsrat sowie weiterer themenübergreifender Departments, wie beispielsweise People Reward & Operations oder People Talent      Das bringst Du mit: * Abgeschlossenes Studium im Bereich Wirtschafts-/Rechtswissenschaften/Psychologie oder eine vergleichbare Ausbildung * Berufserfahrung als HR Business Partner, idealerweise im Retail, Kenntnisse im Arbeitsrecht sowie Erfahrungen mit Betriebsräten * Du hast die Fähigkeit Menschen zu motivieren und zu entwickeln * Ein ausgeprägtes Verständnis für kaufmännische Zusammenhänge und ein hohes Maß an Verantwortungsbewusstsein zeichnen Dich aus * Du bist bereit in einem Umfang von 3-4 Tagen in der Woche zu reisen, um Deine Stores bestmöglich zu betreuen * Du hast sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift      Bewirb Dich jetzt und wachse gemeinsam mit JD - JOIN TEAM JD!

HR Business Partner (m/w/d) - JD Sports Fashion

Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland

Wir suchen Dich als &lt;strong&gt;HR Business Partner (m/w/d)&lt;/strong&gt; für unsere JD Sports Stores &lt;strong&gt;im Raum Norddeutschland, NRW oder Frankfurt&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Du liebst es mit Menschen zusammenzuarbeiten und gleichzeitig komplexe HR-Fragestellungen aus dem Business zu lösen? Dann werde Teil von JD Sports und fungiere in der Rolle als HR Business Partner (m/w/d) als Bindeglied zu den Mitarbeitenden in den JD Sports Stores.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Das bieten wir Dir:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ein attraktiver Mitarbeiterrabatt, den Du europaweit in der gesamten JD Group &amp;amp; in Online Shop einlösen kannst&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bezuschussung Deiner Fitnessmitgliedschaft, z. B. bei McFIT&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Individuelle Weiterentwicklungsmöglichkeiten&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Eine erstklassige Möglichkeit zur beruflichen Mobilität bieten wir mit einem Firmenwagen inklusive Tankkarte als attraktive Zusatzleistung&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wir denken an Deine Zukunft - Betriebliche Altersvorsorge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Exklusive Mitarbeiterangebote über Corporate Benefits&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dein Aufgabengebiet:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Du bist hinsichtlich komplexer HR-Fragestellungen Ansprechpartner für unsere Führungskräfte im Retail (Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales Manager, Store Manager)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proaktive, strategische Beratung und Unterstützung deines Betreuungsbereiches zu führungs-, entwicklungs- und arbeitsrechtlichen Themen unter Berücksichtigung der gesetzlichen Anforderungen&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vertrauensvolle und kooperative Zusammenarbeit mit dem Betriebsrat sowie weiterer themenübergreifender Departments, wie beispielsweise People Reward &amp;amp; Operations oder People Talent&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Das bringst Du mit:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Abgeschlossenes Studium im Bereich Wirtschafts-/Rechtswissenschaften/Psychologie oder eine vergleichbare Ausbildung&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Berufserfahrung als HR Business Partner, idealerweise im Retail, Kenntnisse im Arbeitsrecht sowie Erfahrungen mit Betriebsräten&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Du hast die Fähigkeit Menschen zu motivieren und zu entwickeln&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ein ausgeprägtes Verständnis für kaufmännische Zusammenhänge und ein hohes Maß an Verantwortungsbewusstsein zeichnen Dich aus&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Du bist bereit in einem Umfang von 3-4 Tagen in der Woche zu reisen, um Deine Stores bestmöglich zu betreuen&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Du hast sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bewirb Dich jetzt und wachse gemeinsam mit JD - JOIN TEAM JD!&lt;/strong&gt;

HR Business Partner (m/w/d)

You must have 2-3 years in retail leadership, a passion for customer service, strong KPI performance, time management skills, and excellent communication to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive sales and KPIs, ensure exceptional customer service, maintain visual standards, support training, manage stock availability, and coach team members for performance improvement.

Customer Relations

Sales & Business Development

Melbourne

<div>WHO WE ARE
Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports is one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel.
Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers, striving to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion.
In 2017, JD Sports first established itself within the Australian market and has since expanded to 60+ stores in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA &amp; TAS with many more to come!
THE ROLE
Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. After all, there is a reason why we are recognised internationally as the &lsquo;Undisputed King of Trainers&rsquo;.
As a Department Manager, you will drive sales and KPI's, coach and develop your team and upkeep the visual standards, ensuring your department is replenished at all times.<ul><li>
Drive conversion, sales and KPI performance</li><li>
Demonstrate exceptional Customer Service standards and supervise team to deliver a &lsquo;service over task&rsquo; environment</li><li>
Work with BOH team to deliver shop floor product availability</li><li>
Uphold company retail standards and deliver store visual excellence</li><li>
Support management team to deliver all internal and external profit protection processes</li><li>
Support with new team members Inductions and on-going training to build bench strength for future store expansion</li><li>
Encourage team members to improve performance through effective coaching</li></ul>
WHAT WE&rsquo;RE LOOKING FOR<ul><li>
2-3 years leadership experience within retail or like industry</li><li>
You are passionate about creating an amazing service experience and culture for our customers</li><li>
You have a proven track record in driving and exceeding set KPI's and communicate well with all stakeholders</li><li>
You have excellent time management skills to ensure that daily priorities are executed in a timely manner</li><li>
Thrives in a fast paced, ever-changing environment</li><li>
Openly shares knowledge with the wider team to achieve common goals</li><li>
An ability to enthusiastically look at a challenge as an opportunity to develop yourself; your career and learn new skills</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills who thrives in social situations through engagement with customers</li></ul>
 WHAT&rsquo;S IN IT FOR YOU?<ul><li>
Work with some of the best product and biggest sports fashion brands in the market</li><li>
Training and development to evolve and shape your career</li><li>
Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre</li><li>
Treat yourself with our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family</li><li>
Access to our Employee Assistance Program &amp; Mental Health champions</li><li>
One month paid parental leave for full-time employees</li></ul>
We are passionate about connecting with skilled and dynamic individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career.
JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated.
What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey.
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WHO WE ARE
Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports is one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel.
Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers, striving to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion.
In 2017, JD Sports first established itself within the Australian market and has since expanded to 60+ stores in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA & TAS with many more to come!
THE ROLE
Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. After all, there is a reason why we are recognised internationally as the ‘Undisputed King of Trainers’.
As a Department Manager, you will drive sales and KPI's, coach and develop your team and upkeep the visual standards, ensuring your department is replenished at all times.
Drive conversion, sales and KPI performance
Demonstrate exceptional Customer Service standards and supervise team to deliver a ‘service over task’ environment
Work with BOH team to deliver shop floor product availability
Uphold company retail standards and deliver store visual excellence
Support management team to deliver all internal and external profit protection processes
Support with new team members Inductions and on-going training to build bench strength for future store expansion
Encourage team members to improve performance through effective coaching
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
2-3 years leadership experience within retail or like industry
You are passionate about creating an amazing service experience and culture for our customers
You have a proven track record in driving and exceeding set KPI's and communicate well with all stakeholders
You have excellent time management skills to ensure that daily priorities are executed in a timely manner
Thrives in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
Openly shares knowledge with the wider team to achieve common goals
An ability to enthusiastically look at a challenge as an opportunity to develop yourself; your career and learn new skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills who thrives in social situations through engagement with customers
 WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work with some of the best product and biggest sports fashion brands in the market
Training and development to evolve and shape your career
Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre
Treat yourself with our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family
Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions
One month paid parental leave for full-time employees
We are passionate about connecting with skilled and dynamic individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career.
JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated.
What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey.
Please note, be applying for this role you consent for us to complete a VEVO Check in order to verify your working rights where required.
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