HR Generalist

Salary: Up to £50,000/annum pro rata (dependent on experience)

Contract: Fixed term Contract (c. 6months)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week 

Pattern: Hybrid – 4 days per week on site, 1 day remote

Location: Nottingham City Centre

Travel: Requirement to travel to other VF offices regularly (Travel and overnight stays may be necessary during specific projects)

VF Corporation has a brilliant new 6 month contract opportunity within our UK HR function and we would love to hear from anyone that’s interested in taking on this exciting role, working within the fashion and apparel retail industry with market leading brands!!!

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands.

At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together.

This is our calling.

The Role  

The HR Generalist supports our UK Shard functions, Distribution Centre & UK Retail Stores in executing HR process & policies. 

This contract position will play a key role in a number of HR projects, working with key stakeholders and senior leadership to help improve processes and deliver on a number of key initiatives and workload within HR.

You’ll act as a primary HR contact to employees and leaders, giving advice on HR Projects and executing action plans following legislation, procedures and VF strategy.

This is a really exciting role for someone that is looking to really add value to a business by hitting the ground running and using your previous experience to help us drive the business forward from a HR perspective!

How You Will Make a Difference 

• Support the UK Shared Functions, Retail and Distribution Centre in implementing change initiatives in line with People Strategy by fostering an inclusive culture and empowering our leaders to make informed decisions regarding their teams.
• Taking on key HR projects, such as but not limited to; Systems and Process Improvement, Apprenticeships, Culture Surveys, Compensation Cycles and Total Rewards. 

• Acting as subject matter expert in Employment Relations by giving solid advice and coaching line managers through complex cases. 
• Acting as key HR partner with management teams to highlight key patterns, areas of concern and improvement. 
• Working in partnership with HRBP and site leaders to execute data driven insights around employee wellbeing. 
• You will ensure optimal support & guidance around sickness/absence reporting, performance management tools and processes.
• Lead and deliver in-house training & people surgeries as well as co-ordinating external training. 

• Supporting the business in important HR aspects such as redundancy processes, restructures, small-scale TUPE, variation of contracts, settlement agreements etc.
• Working closely with HR Operations Team to support the company’s HR Operating Model. 

• People KPI’s: able to interpret & analyse data to generate ideas. 
  
  

Skills for Success 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required for the individual to be successful in this position. 

• Education: CIPD Level 5 Qualified is desired but not essential.  

• Previous experience in a HR advisory or generalist capacity is essential. The ability to build strong relationships and provide solid stakeholder management is a key requirement. 

• Sector experience in Retail/Supply Chain is an advantage but not essential so long as you can demonstrate and apply strong HR knowledge/principles in your current sector. 

• Fast learner and comfortable/competent with systems (AI, MS Office: Outlook, Excel for generating reports, Word, Workday system is a strong advantage) 

• Strong communication and Employee Relations skills. Able to deal with a high level and broad spectrum of stakeholders in compliance with UK employment law and demonstrate in-depth understanding of general business operations to act as a valuable partner. 

• Comfortable in presenting to all levels of the business via Zoom/Teams and in person. 

• Able to work independently; hands-on; proactive and creative with plenty of autonomy.  

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package:

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
• Subsidised canteen and break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks
• Health Shield membership and access to numerous health and wellbeing initiatives including an on-site gym
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Smart pension scheme - 8% employer contribution
• Free secure onsite parking
• A discount card with 50% off on all VF brands 

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity   

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. 

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