Hermès HR Business Partner
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
HR Business Partner at luxury retail company in Melbourne, Victoria. Lead strategic HR initiatives, recruitment, and people management for the subsidiary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic HR partner to business leaders, translating organizational priorities into HR strategies and actionable plans
- Partner with business leaders to plan, track, and manage headcount in line with budgets and business needs
- Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment processes for assigned business units, including defining role requirements and sourcing strategies
- Manage employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and coaching managers on people management practices
- Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, development planning, and succession planning support
- Support business transformation initiatives by facilitating people-related interventions and driving change readiness
- Coordinate end-to-end training activities, partner with L&D teams, and maintain training records within the LMS
- Utilize HR data and analytics to provide insights on workforce trends, productivity, and cost optimization
- Ensure timely and accurate HR reporting and contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 5–8 years of HR generalist experience with proven business partnering experience in luxury retail industry
- Solid understanding of HR practices and employment legislation
- Ability to develop and deliver management training and facilitation programs
Skills
Experience
5–8 years of HR generalist experience, with demonstrated expertise in business partnering within the luxury retail sector. Proven track record in end-to-end recruitment, workforce planning, and talent management initiatives.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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