HR Lead UK (all genders) Tradebyte - maternity leave cover

Location
Cheltenham
Contract
Full time
Job Category
People & Organization

THE OPPORTUNITY 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Lead for the UK to oversee and manage all HR activities within the region. This role combines strategic leadership with administrative responsibilities for all UK HR processes. As the HR Lead, you will represent all HR Centers of Excellence, work closely with our HQ, and ensure that initiatives are effectively implemented. This role plays a crucial part in shaping Tradebyte’s culture and supporting its growth potential.

You will drive continuous improvement by updating policies and procedures in line with UK best practices and legal requirements. Additionally, you will provide leadership in resolving employee relations issues, handling sensitive matters such as disciplinary actions, performance concerns, and sickness management.

Please note that this is a maternity leave cover and a temporary fixed-term contract for one year.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • You’ll ensure the successful delivery of the HR strategy in the UK, including key initiatives like people and leadership development, performance management, employer branding, and establishing the UK as a true Tech Hub.

  • You’ll identify, create, and drive UK-specific HR projects that align with our overall strategy and objectives.

  • You’ll lead projects related to external employer branding and recruiting efforts to attract top talent.

  • You’ll enhance internal employer branding, focusing on talent retention and people development through initiatives such as onboarding, employee life cycle management, and TB.Mood actions.

  • You’ll develop UK-specific training programs and provide coaching support for existing employees, working closely with HR Business Partners.

  • You’ll collaborate with HQ to implement Workday in the UK, ensuring quality assurance of the employee lifecycle and translating strategy adaptations into actionable projects.

WHAT WE`RE LOOKING FOR 

  • You have CIPD Level 7 certification.

  • You have a solid background as a HR generalist, with experience in organizations of similar scale and complexity, enabling you to navigate diverse HR challenges effectively.

  • You have at least 5 years of experience in HR roles, where you've developed a comprehensive understanding of HR practices, policies, and procedures.

  • You have in-depth knowledge of UK employment law, ensuring that all HR activities comply with legal requirements and best practices.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

  •  You’ll play a decisive role in shaping an agile, fast-growing, international company and be supported by an open-minded working environment

  • Competitive salary package, employee share shop, 40% Zalando shopping discount (30% Zalando Lounge)

  • 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), plus an additional day for every year of working (up to a maximum of 30 days) 

  • 2 Volunteering days

  • Special leave days for moving house or getting married

  • Westfield Health Cash back scheme

  • Eye care vouchers

  • Free parking at our Cheltenham office 

  • Cycle2Work scheme

  • Hybrid Working

  • Enhanced employer pension contributions 

Recruiter

Lisa Kraft

lisa.kraft@zalando.de

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page.

About Zalando

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry. 

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