Company Description

The A&F Co. Human Resources team is dedicated to identifying, acquiring, and retaining the best and brightest within the retail industry and beyond. In addition to supporting our associates at the Global Home Office and around the world, our team is focused on making A&F Co. a place where people can continually develop and grow as inclusive leaders. This unique opportunity on our Learning & Development team will support learning and growth strategies across all leader levels supporting our global brands and corporate functions. 

This job is located at our EMEA / APAC Home Office in London / Shanghai.   

What Will You Be Doing?

Operationalize regionally relevant strategies for Learning and Development
Leverage insights and identify regional opportunities for programming and curriculum in Learning and Development and support the delivery of these initiatives.
Support the delivery of digitally-led, experiential learning programs to support associates at all leader levels in their growth and development 
Actively track timelines and deliverables for multiple projects laddering up to the overall learning & development roadmap 
Manage learning communication and participant tracking records across all programs
Update presentations, slides and materials for content and curriculum
Regularly review, maintain and update learning libraries ensuring current content keeping the digital user-experience at the forefront 
Track budget and point of contact relationships with vendors and consultants 
Stay curious and research best practices in learning, growth and development to ensure our programs evolve in progressive ways 
Stay current on evolving developmental needs and ways of working through internal listening and external benchmarking 
Executes and facilitates key programs from Orientation to Manager-level development
Executes regional engagement strategy including events and key programs
Coordinates key experiential components of all L&D and engagement programs (i.e. venue selection, AV support, gifting, catering)
Team up with the Global Inclusion & Diversity team on developing programming to strengthen inclusion, diversity, and cultural competencies across the organization as the company continues to grow globally

What Do You Need To Bring?

Experience in Human Resources and Leadership Development (preferred) 
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 
Curiosity about how people learn and grow the best as well as the latest trends in digitally-led experiences 
High standards and attention to detail 
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deliverables  
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!

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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