JOB SUMMARY:

The Associate HR Business Partner will work with the VP Global Operations (Europe & Pakistan) in supporting the business as it pertains to Recruitment & Retention, Talent Development & Management and Employee Engagement and Relations. This position reports into the Regional HR Director located in Singapore, and will be part of the Global HR Team. 

People and Culture 

Associate Engagement: Take and maintain pulse of the organization through informal and formal associate surveys. Provide recommendations to leaders about strengthening engagement. Implement those recommendations that are agreed upon  Associate Relations: Consult with and coach managers and associates on all aspects of associate-related issues including performance concerns, policies and procedures interpretation, misconduct investigations and terminations  Culture: Maintain the company's People First culture by fostering a positive work environment for all associates, adhering to policies and procedures, as well as managing associate recognition programs 

Coaching & Consulting 

Provide advice and counsel to business leaders on a wide array of considerations including team design, team dynamics, retention and engagement, and bench strength as well as individual coaching for enhanced performance  HR Metrics: Track and analyze staffing, retention, turnover, exit interview data and other information necessary to provide qualitative and quantitative insights  Work with the Learning COE to manage the succession planning process including talent profiles, 6 block matrix, successor plans and development action commitments; identify the major strengths & opportunities  Ensure associate development plans are in place and activated, thereby ensuring strong bench strength is in place for the future  Planning: In partnership with other global HR leaders, create talent plans and provide the leadership to implement in client groups 

Recruitment & Retention

Work with hiring managers on their talent resourcing needs Own the talent acquisition process for Europe & Pakistan, ensuring that we hire the right talent for the business in terms of technical and people competencies Owning the onboarding and orientation process for all new associates

 

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Tertiary degree in business or Human Resources 4-6 years of experience as a generalist HR manager, preferably in a retail organization Proficient in Turkey’s HR practices & employment laws, performance management, coaching and employee relations Competency in Portugal, Italy, Pakistan HR practices and employment laws an advantage Experience with Oracle systems an advantage Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

 

Personal Competencies

 Operates with Strategic Agility

Ability to analyze and action on HR needs / requirements based on business plans A solid understanding of business and the labor marketplace with the ability to offer insights that can be translated into actionable HR plans in all four countries: Italy, Turkey, Pakistan and Portugal 

 Fosters a People First Culture

An advocate for what is right for the business by acting with integrity and fostering an engaging workplace Ability to promote and model a positive, respectful workplace through effective open-door policy, creativity, self-confidence and trust

 Provides Influential Leadership

Trust and credibility earned by honoring commitments and delivering results An empathetic listener with the ability to effectively communicate in a professional, direct and concise manner with associates at multiple level

 Develops Self and Others

Ability to challenge self to build a stronger organization through motivating, showcasing proactive and positive attitude, coaching and mentoring of others Oversea payroll by working closely with Finance  Provide resources of training to reinstate the strategies agreed upon with the business leaders.

 

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