Manager, Human Resources London, England
Job description
HOURGLASS COSMETICS — Manager, Human Resources
Hourglass Cosmetics exists at the revolutionary intersection of science, beauty, and luxury. Established in 2004, the brand is acclaimed for its breakthrough formulations, technological innovations and unwavering commitment to reinvention. Following its debut at Barneys New York, Hourglass has expanded into Bergdorf Goodman, Sephora, Nordstrom, and Space NK in the US and 1000 doors worldwide. Flagship stores can be found in Venice, CA and New York and online at Hourglasscosmetics.com. In addition to being a cruelty-free beauty brand, Hourglass Cosmetics has announced its commitment to become completely vegan by 2020. Hourglass Cosmetics became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017.
People are our most important asset, and you'll play a critical role in ensuring we have a happy and productive workplace where everyone works to realize our established mission and objectives. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Manager of Human Resources will lead and direct the functions of the HR Department. Promoting corporate values and shaping a positive culture is a vital aspect of this role. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented and organized individual with an entrepreneurial mindset and passion for Human Resources.
WHAT YOU DO:
- Acts as first point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and external parties in the UK and Europe.
- Partners with leadership to understand and execute HR and talent strategy. Including performance management, employee engagement, retention, and organizational development/effectiveness.
- Provides guidance on employee relations matters and oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Assists in delivering employee training programs, culture building efforts and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
- HR Information System (HRIS); Accountable for administration of ADP. Including data entry, audits for accuracy, and compliance-related updates.
- Payroll; Prepares and processes payroll for UK. Supports HR Generalist in payroll for US and Canada entities.
- Talent Acquisition; Assists with sourcing talent and screening resumes.
- Leave Administration; Handles leave administration process. Communicates with employees regarding needs for leave, gathers and completes required paperwork and documentation.
- Onboarding; Prepares new hire paperwork and orientation schedule for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience.
- Offboarding; Prepares exit paperwork and conducts exit interviews.
- Additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB IF:
- You are highly STRATEGIC: You are always looking for opportunities to produce the best work output with the most efficiency
- You are extremely ORGANIZED: You are not overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks at a time.
- You are DETAIL ORIENTED: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.
- You are a strong COMMUNICATOR: You are a people person and collaborate well with others.
- You are AGILE: You adapt well to changing needs and priorities and are able to pivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.
- You are PASSIONATE: You are work with and support the people at this company.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree and/or a minimum of 3 years' experience in HR and Employee Relations.
- Thrives in a fast paced and dynamic company.
- Experience with Payroll administration, preferred.
- Working knowledge of processing and administering leave of absences.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to problem-solve and drive process enhancements.
- Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- This is a hybrid role.
Your application will be stored in our system/CRM/etc for maximum 1 year after the date of your application. If you don't want us to keep your details, please inform us by phone at 310-392-7799.
