Job Description 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is seeking a talented Senior Manager Human Resources Business Partner to join our EMEA Human Resources team. As a member of the HR Business Partner (HRBP) team, you will work across all aspects of human resources including, but not limited to, associate relations, workforce planning, organizational development, talent acquisition and compensation. Working with associates at multiple levels, you will be a day-to-day point of contact for all inquiries, questions, and associate conversations. An A&F Co. HRBP is expected to prioritize the role of talent in achieving the company’s strategic priorities. Highly cross functional, the HRBP will work across partners within human resources, related business units, finance, legal and others. In addition to supporting our EMEA associates, our team is focused on making A&F Co. a place where people can continually develop and grow as inclusive leaders. 

This job is located at our EMEA Home Office located in London, England.

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Manage HR partnership with the EMEA team and operate as a critical business partner to associates to drive business performance
• Partner with the other HR centers of excellence and HR business partners to align on initiatives
• Use key business metrics and a solid understanding of business operations to develop tailored solutions and innovation
• Responsible for associate relations, labor relations, talent development, performance management, retention, and compliance management
• Stay curious and research best practices in learning, growth, and development to ensure our teams evolve in progressive ways
• Provide guidance and coaching to associates at multiple levels of the organization. Coach, counsel, and guide supervisors regarding associate interactions
• Manage resourcing and staffing strategy through close partnership with leaders on turnover, transfers, retention, promotions and succession planning
• Guide organizational design and assist leaders through structural shifts, destination org work, business re-alignment & general org chart maintenance/architecture
• Partner with compensation on job offers, internal promotions, and compensation actions needed
• Partner with recruiting at various stages of the candidate lifecycle (job intakes, interviews, business correspondence, offers etc.).
• Act as project manager for HR related initiatives
• Input associate information into various HRIS systems (PeopleSoft) and analyze data
• Maintain and develop key relationships with cross functional business partners at the Global Home Office
• Stay highly curious and connected to the associate perspective, external trends in the industry and beyond as it relates to talent management, practices, policies; as well as our customer insights

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience  
• 7+ years of HR experience preferred (or related experience with managing people)
• Ability to confront tough issues while maintaining a calm and balanced perspective
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, investigative process with associate relations cases
• Understanding of, or ability to learn, city, state and federal laws
• Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently with leaders at all levels
• Successful track record in building and maintaining relationships
• Engaging and optimistic personality with the ability to respond quickly and positively to change
• High standards and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deliverables
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of human resources management systems a plus 
• Passion for retail and the Abercrombie & Fitch Co. family of brands

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally-led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.    

Our Values 

Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. 

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward. 

• Incentive bonus program 
• Annual companywide review process 
• Flexible spending accounts 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Life and disability insurance 
• Associate assistance program 
• Paid parental and adoption leave 
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot 
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace 
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community 
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year) 
• Seven associate wellness half days per year 
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands 
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within 
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups 
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU! 

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER