Burberry HR Business Partner
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $125,000–140,000/year
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
HR Business Partner at Burberry, New York. Strategic HR support role for retail and distribution operations. Base salary $125,000–$140,000.
Role & Responsibilities
- Establish business strategies to enhance retention and development of key talent while minimizing attrition
- Develop people strategies and design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organization effectiveness and employee satisfaction
- Analyze and deliver regular reports on business performance and employee performance within respective markets
- Build credibility and influence as a trusted advisor to regional cross-functional partners on people-related matters and talent strategy
- Protect the business by ensuring legal compliance that is culturally aligned with Burberry brand values
- Partner with Employee Relations teams to manage ER cases involving grievances and investigations
- Coach line managers to manage ER cases and upskill in HR policies and guidelines
- Manage relationships with unions, work councils, and employee representatives where required
- Partner with Senior Manager of Human Resources to develop and implement effective HR processes and procedures
- Manage the annual review and reward planning process, supporting line managers in merit decisions
- Manage the performance management process, providing effective coaching and ensuring timely follow-up
- Collaborate with retail managers to create and implement development plans and goal setting
- Encourage and drive internal mobility and succession planning
- Partner with Learning and Development teams on value-added training and career development programs
- Interview final-stage senior management candidates for retail positions
- Review and partner on all employment offers in partnership with the talent team and line managers
- Facilitate onboarding of new managers in partnership with the retail training team
- Ensure line managers implement 30/60/90 day probationary evaluations for new hires
- Train new hires on HR policies, procedures, benefits, and Burberry values
- Conduct in-store trainings as needed with respective HR business partners
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum 5 years prior Human Resources experience, including minimum 2 years in a management position
- Demonstrated experience in various Human Resources functional areas
- Deep knowledge of Human Resources policies and practices, including applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate productive relationships across all organizational levels
- Ability to manage multiple complex issues and prioritize projects concurrently
- Ability to stylistically adapt communication based on audience and influence without authority
- Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong desire to support retail population and work in a multi-site environment
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 2 years in a management or leadership capacity. Demonstrated expertise across multiple HR functional areas, with proven ability to partner with business leaders on strategic talent initiatives and manage complex employee relations cases.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred (specific field not specified).
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 125,000 to USD 140,000 per annum.
Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
About Cerulean
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