Chanel HR Business Partner

Kuala Lumpur • Malaysia

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Chanel, a prestigious name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative spirit. As part of a global conglomerate, Chanel offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters personal growth and professional development. The brand is committed to nurturing talent and advancing the people agenda to maintain its leadership in the luxury sector.

1. Serve as a strategic HR Business Partner to align mid- and long-term strategies with business ambitions for Chanel Malaysia.
2. Provide consulting and advisory services to address organizational, people, and talent needs.
3. Anticipate future workforce requirements and lead change management initiatives.
4. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate vision and strategies into actionable plans.
5. Champion workforce planning and talent pipelining for office and retail populations.
6. Facilitate strategic workforce planning, organization design, and change management.
7. Lead headcount and capability planning, HR budgeting, and reporting.
8. Manage talent development and succession planning for leadership and critical roles.
9. Drive learning and capability development aligned with strategic workforce plans.
10. Oversee talent acquisition and onboarding processes, ensuring quality and efficiency.
11. Support performance management and annual compensation review processes.
12. Review and strategize rewards and compensation structures.
13. Develop and manage employee communications and engagement plans.
14. Advise on exit management and ensure compliance with labor laws.
15. Act as an emergency responder to address exceptions and escalations.
16. Serve as the primary contact for division leaders on all people matters.

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
2. Postgraduate qualification in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business is an advantage.
3. Fluency in English; proficiency in local language is a plus.

1. Strong business acumen and sensitivity to external business and economic changes.
2. Proven track record in leading organizational change and business transformation.
3. Outstanding facilitation and communication skills.
4. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
5. Highly analytical, meticulous, organized, and results-oriented.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships.
7. Agile and innovative with a proactive and customer-oriented mindset.

Minimum 10-15 years in strategic HR roles with a focus on talent management and organization design/development, preferably within multinational organizations or the retail sector.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.

Chanel offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Chanel is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth. The brand believes in the uniqueness of each individual and strives to create a work environment that enhances team effectiveness and complements diverse perspectives.