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HR Business Partner (m/w/d)

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Richemont

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Munich

AI generated summary

  • You need significant HR experience, strong communication skills, change management ability, process improvement knowledge, German employment law familiarity, and fluency in English and German.
  • You will provide HR guidance, support talent acquisition, manage talent cycles, oversee salary processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

  • You have significant experience in Human Resources Management.
  • You have strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to deal with a variety of profiles at all levels of the organization including leadership, influencing and relationship-building across functions.
  • You are recognized for your challenging partnership, and you have demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects/ timelines while being agile and flexible to pivot according to changing needs.
  • You have demonstrated the ability to drive progressive change management in a context of business evolution, as a truly effective change agent.
  • You also have a strong ability to conduct & foster process improvement.
  • You are an enthusiastic and positive team player with strong change agility.
  • You have ideally knowledge of and experience with German employment laws.
  • You speak English and German fluently.

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to our HRD, you will work with the stakeholders to integrate the human resources function within the overall business strategy and act as a trusted adviser on organisational structure and effectiveness.
  • You will be responsible for providing HR guidance, advice and support to managers and employees, therein supporting the People Strategy towards cultivating a high-performing team in line with the Maison strategy and standards of excellence.
  • Act as HR Business Partner of proximity for the business and team members, establishing trustful relationships and being present on the ground with the office and boutique teams.
  • Guide, advise and support managers in improving ways of working, advising on legal and HR change process, timelines, and sensitively managing people implications.
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition and managers, to ensure sharp talent attraction, acquisition and capabilities across the organization by facilitating recruitment strategy that reflects brand values and guiding principles.
  • Manage the overall Talent Management cycle including Talent Review and Succession Planning sessions.
  • Manage the salary cycle process and plan staff cost budgets while working on cost controlling measures in cooperation with dedicated Van Cleef & Arpels controlling team.
  • Work in close collaboration with local and European stakeholders and create an inspiring working environment in line with local legislation and works council agreements if required.
  • Participate in ad-hoc European HR-related projects as a representative for your market, contributing to a successful local implementation as per the Maison strategy whilst ensuring alignment with the local needs & framework.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the HR Business Partner position?

A significant experience in Human Resources Management, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ideally knowledge of German employment laws are required.

Is fluency in any specific languages necessary for the role?

Yes, fluency in both English and German is required.

What is the main responsibility of the HR Business Partner?

The main responsibility is to integrate the human resources function within the overall business strategy and act as a trusted adviser on organisational structure and effectiveness.

Who will the HR Business Partner report to?

The HR Business Partner will report to the HRD (Human Resources Director).

What type of projects will the HR Business Partner be involved in?

The HR Business Partner will participate in ad-hoc European HR-related projects and contribute to local implementations aligned with the Maison strategy.

What is emphasized in the company culture at Van Cleef & Arpels?

The company emphasizes diversity and inclusion, believing that they foster creativity and excellence.

What type of training will be provided upon joining?

New hires will receive training on the company's history, know-how, and creations.

Are there any benefits associated with this position?

Yes, benefits include 13 salaries, a monthly German public transport ticket, a birthday voucher, holiday allowance, support for well-being programs, further training opportunities, and staff sales after completing the probationary period.

How can applicants apply for the HR Business Partner position?

Applicants can send their application online.

What will the recruitment process entail?

The recruitment process involves interviews with the HR team, HRD Northern Europe, Managing Director, Regional HRD, and a representative of the Talent team at the Van Cleef & Arpels HQ.

We craft the future

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Richemont, We Craft the Future. Our unique portfolio includes prestigious Maisons distinguished by their craftsmanship, creativity, and diversity, which cultivate expert curation and technological innovation to deliver exceptional products and services. As a family-spirited group, Richemont's ambition is to nurture the unique heritage and values of its Maisons and businesses, while enabling them to grow and prosper in a responsible, sustainable manner over the long term. At Richemont, people are our most distinguished asset, the heart of our business, and the foundation of our outstanding creations. We value solidarity, collegiality, loyalty and freedom and succeed by respecting and empowering individuals from all walks of life. Richemont operates in three business areas: Jewellery Maisons with Buccellati, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels; Specialist Watchmakers with A. Lange & Söhne, Baume & Mercier, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, Piaget, Roger Dubuis and Vacheron Constantin; and Other, primarily Fashion & Accessories Maisons with Alaïa, AZ Factory, Chloé, Delvaux, dunhill, Montblanc, Peter Millar including G/FORE, Purdey, Serapian as well as Watchfinder & Co. In addition, Richemont operates NET-A-PORTER, MR PORTER, THE OUTNET, YOOX and the OFS division.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Bike to Work Scheme

  • Pension Plan

  • Life Insurance