HR Business Partner

ABOUT THE BRAND   At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”   Always contemporary and forward-looking, the House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the creative vision and design aesthetic of its iconic founder, Karl Lagerfeld.   We are the only fashion house that carries Karl’s name on its door and we strive to live up to this responsibility in everything we do, every day, with the utmost joy and passion.   Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 35 countries. Together, we aim to create meaningful stories and product concepts that connect to Karl’s world and iconic attributes.   Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.   We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand. We thrive to maximize consumer engagement via more than 200 KL stores worldwide, our premium wholesale partners, and our strong digital footprint, spearheaded by our  karllagerfeld.com  flagship store, which reaches 96 countries. Our digital channels currently represent more than 30% of our overall full-price business.   We are a dynamic, fast-growing and inclusive company built on professionalism and strong values. At KARL LAGERFELD we’re committed to working toward the highest standards of sustainability and integrity across all areas of our business,. In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined as a founding member of the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.   In May 2022, G-III with ownership of 19% interest in KAR LAGERFELD acquired the remaining 81% to gain full ownership of the Group in line with their strategic initiative to increase direct ownership in brands. G-III Apparel Group is an American clothing company with a global portfolio of licensed, owned and private labels, listed on stock exchange Nasdaq. The acquisition also aims to advance G-III’s other strategic initiatives, including capitalizing on their licensing opportunities and further diversifying their global presence. This in turn represents a significant opportunity to expand their international growth.  

THE ROLE

In this role you will act as a trusted HR partner to our HQ functions, working closely with (senior) leadership and employees to provide both strategic and hands-on HR support. You will partner with business leaders to understand their people needs and translate these into effective HR solutions, while ensuring alignment with company policies, local legislation and our people strategy.

You will work closely with the wider HR team and contribute to a variety of HR projects and initiatives across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Act as a trusted sparring partner and advisor to HQ managers and employees on a broad range of HR topics.

· Provide first-line HR advice and support throughout the employee lifecycle.

· Partner with managers on performance management, employee relations, absenteeism and other people-related matters.

· Advise managers on employment law, company policies and HR processes, ensuring a consistent and compliant approach.

· Support and coach managers in developing their teams, including talent management, succession planning and career development.

· Identify people and organizational needs within the supported functions and translate these into appropriate HR actions and solutions.

· Work closely with the wider HR team to ensure a consistent employee experience and effective implementation of HR policies and initiatives.

· Support organizational changes and other people-related projects, providing HR guidance and ensuring effective communication and implementation.

· Take the lead on or contribute to various HR projects and initiatives at HQ and across the organization.

THE PROFILE:

· Minimum 3-5 years of HR Business Partner experience, preferably in an international environment.

· Strong experience in partnering with managers and stakeholders at different levels of an organization.

· Solid knowledge of HR practices, employee relations and employment legislation and especially Dutch Labour Law.

· Experience in performance management, talent management and organizational development.

· Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels.

· Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach and a strong sense of ownership.

· Proactive, solution-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment.

· Strong team player

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Dutch and other additional European languages are an advantage.

· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.

· High attention to detail, structured and organized.

· Ability to prioritize, follow up and meet deadlines.

· Experience working across different cultures and adapting to different business needs.

· Dynamic profile with a genuine interest in people and a willingness to learn.

· Willingness to travel occasionally, depending on business needs.

 Why #TEAMKARL? (HQ) ·        Learning and development courses/training ·        Opportunity to make an impact ·        Remote working arrangements ·        Relocation Package ·        Bonus holidays ·        Working in the heart of Amsterdam ·        Brand discounts ·        And exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL   JOIN #TEAMKARL The collective vision of KARL LAGERFELD is to be the most connected global designer brand, inspiring consumers through luxury collections and immersing them in the World of KARL. If you are interested in joining #TEAMKARL, we invite you to submit your application today.   At #TEAMKARL, everyone can give their opinion, grow in their career, and be part of a genuinely caring and inclusive team. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to work with us.     IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING JOB POSTINGS   Please be advised that all legitimate job opportunities at KARL LAGERFELD are published exclusively on our official careers page and on selected partner platforms that redirect directly to our career site.   We strongly recommend applicants to only apply through our verified channels and remain vigilant against unofficial job offers.   KARL LAGERFELD will never request any form of payment during the recruitment process.   If you come across suspicious job postings or receive unexpected communication about a position, please contact us immediately at career@karllagerfeld.com