Dc HR Specialist

Company Description

Within the H&M Group, Logistics is responsible to make our fashion flow in a sustainable, qualitative and efficient way. We put the customer in focus and our job is about fulfilling the customer promise, creating a great online and in-store shopping experience.

In Autumn 2019 we open the H&M Group’s first OMNI (online and store) Logistics Centre in Milton Keynes (+- 73,000 m²). The Logistics Centre employs over 1000 ambitious, committed and motivated colleagues who share our values and take responsibility for all daily distribution and Logistics operations for the UK/IE online and over 250 stores.

**Job Description**:
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As Employee Relations Specialist you are responsible for all employee relation topics, documentation, processes and practices to see regional and local compliance is met and a healthy working environment is maintained._**

**Responsibilities**
- Support, advise, instruct, train and coach all DC management on ER company policies, procedures and relevant local labor law and regulations updates as and when changes are made with effective delivery of material
- Assist managers with employee concerns/grievances to support and resolve to prevent formal escalation
- Analyse relevant ER Routines and employee KPI’s such as S/T and L/T sickness, staff turnover etc. to suggest preventative measures and find solutions to support employee well-being
- Maintain an ER overview and follow up on all processes of the employee cycle. Ensure compliance with company requirements/ local legislation's
- Support managers with grievance process as a neutral unbiased partner giving recommendation on level of discipline or corrective action
- Support DC Manager by providing employees with a healthy working environment accord. to local laws & global recommendation
- Attend legal depositions and mediation as required
- Promote I&D culture within the DC
- Actively participate/ support in local change initiatives/ global program roll outs that involve employee relations matters

Competencies
- Sound knowledge in the area of local logistics Employee relations and all people-related matters
- Solid understanding of local labor law and regulations as well as group’s values and culture
- Strong skills in communication, coordination, conflict resolution, disciplinary concepts and workplace investigations
- Understanding of salary bandings, employee contracts, compensation and benefits for employees
- Holistic view for the bigger perspective with a visionary approach
- Ability to encourage collaboration, co-creation and people development by empowering others
- Agile mindset, positive attitude to change & meaningful growth
- Inclusive and empathetic towards others, encouraging diversity
- Self awareness, understanding your impact on others and contribution to the whole group

**Qualifications**:
Do You:

- Have previous experience working in HR or as a specialist in ER
- Have a CIPD level 5 qualification or equivalent work experience
- Have a passion for equity, diversity and inclusion
- Have a strong influence and inspiration, enabling active coaching in all HR core activities in turn strengthen our Leaders HR knowledge
- Have attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks & priorities

Additional Information

GROWING WITH H&M

At H&M, there are no set career paths. You will find continuous learning opportunities, and colleagues who will encourage and support your growth in whatever path you choose to explore. At H&M, you will have the chance to explore a wide variety of potential roles. We are a destination for curious minds and the more curious you are, the better

Take on big challenges & discover how they make you grow

**BENEFITS**:
At H&M, we care about our employees, and it is important you feel appreciated. The well-being of our teams is the key to our success and in practice, this means that our employees all over the world receive great benefits. Check them out here

Here’s your chance for a career with endless opportunities, **interested**?