Sephora HR Specialist

About Sephora

Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Administer leave of absence requests, workers' compensation claims, and accommodation processes, ensuring compliance and seamless employee transitions
• Manage unemployment claims and track documentation to resolution
• Extract data from HR systems and prepare scheduled and on-demand reports for operations and HR teams
• Conduct periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure completeness and proper filing
• Process employee changes including internal movements, terminations, and status updates
• Collaborate with Medical Review Officers on post-accident and pre-employment screening processes
• Support I-9 reverification and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Provide general HR support regarding policies, benefits, hiring processes, and payroll inquiries
• Assist with new hire orientation sessions and internal communication initiatives
• Maintain accurate employee data and stay current with HR trends, regulatory changes, and best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of human resources experience, preferably in a distribution center or manufacturing facility
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems such as Dayforce and SharePoint
• Ability to quickly learn organizational HRIS and talent management systems
• Thorough knowledge of current employment-related laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities
• Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision

Skills

Experience

Minimum 2 years of human resources experience, preferably in a distribution center or manufacturing environment. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with HRIS systems and a working knowledge of employment law compliance requirements.

Education

No specific formal education requirement stated; however, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically expected for this role.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 27.29 to USD 30.50 per hour.

Benefits

Healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage; fully covered disability and life insurance; 401(k) with 4% company match; FSA and HSA programs; paid time off and sick paid time off; tuition reimbursement; 30% merchandise discount; access to Modern Health mental health coaching and Financial Finesse financial coaching; volunteer and donation matching.

Culture

Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.

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