Gucci HR Operations Specialist
About Gucci
Gucci is a leading Italian luxury fashion house renowned for its heritage craftsmanship, contemporary creativity and global retail presence. As part of the Kering group, Gucci combines a strong brand identity with the resources of an international luxury conglomerate, offering structured HR processes, cross-border collaboration and a focus on innovation, sustainability and talent development.
Gucci Seoul seeks an HR Operations Specialist (fixed-term) to manage Compensation & Benefits, Workday HRIS and employee services.
Role & Responsibilities
- Administer Compensation & Benefits programs end-to-end, including flexible benefits, employee purchase, group insurance, tuition allowance, congratulatory/condolence programs, gifting, annual leave management, retirement pension enrollment and benefit-related payments.
- Support payroll and compensation data administration, ensure timely processing of HR invoices and contracts, and manage recurring C&B operational cycles (monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, annual activities).
- Maintain and update HR policies and compliance documentation; prepare and submit statutory reports (e.g., handicapped employee levy, workplace childcare surveys, veteran reports) and manage employment certificates and leave records.
- Operate and maintain HRIS data accuracy (Workday), manage associated interfaces, promote digitalization initiatives and identify opportunities to streamline HR administrative practices.
- Handle administrative processes related to visas/renewals, relocation support, T&A system updates, organizational changes (onboarding, transfers) and provide timely, professional responses to employee inquiries.
- Support employee engagement programs and HR-driven events including onboarding, long-service awards, internal campaigns and talent reward programs; collaborate with HR leadership and People Partners to drive participation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits or employee services.
- Proficiency with HRIS (Workday), Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent analytical, organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client‑centred, service-oriented approach.
- Ability to communicate effectively in Korean and English.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in HR Operations, Compensation & Benefits or employee services; experience within retail or luxury environments is advantageous.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.
Culture
Gucci blends Italian creativity with global luxury retail standards, fostering a high-performance yet collaborative workplace. As part of the Kering group, the brand emphasizes professional development, cross-functional teamwork and initiatives aligned with sustainability and inclusion.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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