Global Senior HR Manager - Luxury Fashion - Mat Cover

Mode Search are partnering with a globally recognised luxury retail house in their search for a Global Senior HR Business partner to join their UK team for a maternity cover.

This is a key appointment supporting both Head Office functions and retail locations across London. The role sits within a well-established HR structure and will play a critical part in delivering people strategy, leading on complex Employee Relations, and supporting business performance across multiple areas.

The successful candidate will be highly autonomous, organised, and confident operating in a fast-paced, high-touch environment, with the ability to partner senior stakeholders while also supporting and guiding more junior HR team members.

Please note: this role is maternity cover and is fully office-based (5 days per week).

The Role:

• Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to Head Office and retail leadership teams across multiple locations
• Lead on complex Employee Relations cases, providing expert guidance on conduct, performance, and organisational matters
• Support and mentor junior HR team members, ensuring consistency and quality across HR delivery
• Partner with senior stakeholders to align people strategy with business objectives
• Drive performance management, organisational effectiveness, and employee engagement initiatives
• Ensure all HR practices are compliant with UK employment legislation and internal policies
• Work collaboratively with the wider HR team including Talent, Advisors, and Coordinators
• Contribute to ongoing HR projects and initiatives across the UK business

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a HRBP within a complex organisation
• Strong Employee Relations expertise, with confidence managing high-risk and sensitive cases independently
• Experience supporting both corporate (Head Office) and retail environments advantageous
• Ability to influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to operate autonomously
• Experience mentoring or supporting more junior HR team members
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Luxury or premium sector experience preferred