HR Director

HR Director, Fashion Retail, Central London (Hybrid), £100k-£120k Basic + Excellent Package

A high-profile and well-established multi-channel fashion retailer in Mayfair, Central London, requires a HR Director to deliver transformation in the way that the business manages it’s people resources.

As part of continued growth of the business, and further promoting people as a significant asset within the business, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR leader to join the business with the goal of improving how HR engages with the business.

The HR Director will be a key member of the senior leadership team, and will contribute to the overall running of the business, commercial success of the business, as well as being overall responsible for managing the day to day running of the HR department and team.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead our organisation’s HR functions. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of human resources management, including talent acquisition, employee relations, organisational development, and compliance. This role requires a proactive leader with strong management skills and a comprehensive understanding of HRIS systems, data analysis, and HR software such as Workday, Taleo, and PeopleSoft. The HR Director will play a key role in shaping company culture, driving HR initiatives, and ensuring the organisation attracts and retains top talent.

Responsibilities

* Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational goals to foster a positive workplace environment.

* Oversee recruitment processes using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Taleo and Workday to attract qualified candidates efficiently.

* Manage employee relations programmes to promote engagement, resolve conflicts, and ensure compliance with employment legislation.

* Lead organisational development initiatives including training programmes, leadership development, and succession planning.

* Supervise HR team members, providing guidance on best practices in human resources management and ensuring high performance standards.

* Analyse HR data using tools like PeopleSoft and data analysis skills to inform decision-making and improve HR processes.

* Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across all organisational operations.

* Prepare and deliver presentations on HR metrics, policies, and initiatives to senior management and stakeholders.

* Manage HRIS systems such as Workday and Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS) to streamline HR operations.

* Oversee the utilisation of management systems including Workday, Taleo, and PeopleSoft for payroll, benefits administration, and reporting purposes.

Skills

* Extensive experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), particularly Workday, Taleo, and PeopleSoft.

* Proven management experience with the ability to supervise teams effectively.

* Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

* Demonstrated expertise in human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, organisational development, and compliance.

* Data analysis skills to interpret HR metrics and inform strategic decisions.

* Excellent presentation skills for delivering impactful reports and proposals to senior leadership.

* Supervising experience within a human resources context is essential for leading teams effectively. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated HR professional to influence organisational culture positively while ensuring operational excellence across all human resources functions.

Essentials

* Experience of managing a HR department and developing a HR team.

* Ideally some knowledge of retail and warehousing business processes and related HR issues.

* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and executives.

* Excellent organisational skills, as well as the ability to plan, manage time, and multitask.

* Be passionate about people, as being an enthusiastic promoter of HR best practice.

Linear Executive Search is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect of this HR Director vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed