About Retrofête:
Founded in 2018 by Ohad Seroya and Aviad Klin, Retrofête is a renowned fashion brand that seamlessly blends vintage aesthetics with contemporary styles. With a commitment to creativity and innovation, Retrofête has become a leader in the fashion industry, celebrating individuality and self-expression. The position provides a multi-functional opportunity to support various client groups including Retrofête, MINT New York & VPR Creative. The position reports directly to the President & Co-Founder.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Business Partner Manager to join our team in New York City. As the HRBP Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting all aspects of the organization, collaborating with department heads at both the field and corporate levels. This role will serve as a complete center of excellence for the entire organization, driving HR initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Planning:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
- Develop and implement HR plans and solutions to achieve organizational goals.
- Develop a strong understanding of each business and the wholistic organizational ecosystem.
- Build strong relationships with leaders and work towards workforce planning e.g., benchmarking, succession planning.
Employee Relations:
- Act as a trusted advisor and consultant to department heads on employee relations matters.
- Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and consistent approach.
- Consult with legal counsel to ensure appropriate resolution and escalation of employment law matters.
Talent Acquisition and Management:
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and execute effective recruitment strategies.
- Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for new hires.
- Develop and implement talent management strategies to nurture employee growth and development.
Performance Management:
- Assess current policy & procedure programs to ensure compliance with company’s mission and federal/local requirements.
- Implement and manage performance management processes.
- Provide guidance on performance improvement plans and career development.
Training and Development:
- Identify training needs across the organization and collaborate with leaders to address them.
- Facilitate training sessions and workshops to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
Total Rewards and Benefits:
- Administer and enhance the organization's compensation and benefits programs.
- Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to ensure a competitive total rewards package.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
- Mitigate HR-related risks and proactively address legal and compliance issues.
Employee Engagement:
- Work with leadership to implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Conduct surveys and gather feedback to continuously improve the workplace experience.
HR Analytics:
- Utilize HR analytics to measure and report on key HR metrics e.g., performance management, retention and turnover, EEO & DE&I metrics.
- Provide insights to leadership for informed decision-making to support business growth.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or HR certification is a plus.
- Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role, preferably in the fashion or retail industry.
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and industry trends.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to drive HR initiatives and influence positive change.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.
