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Full-Time

HR Lead UK

All genders, Tradebyte, Maternity leave cover

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Zalando

Zalando

10,001+ employees

European online fashion and lifestyle retailer

Consumer Goods

Senior, Expert

Gloucester, UK

Hybrid working arrangement.

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Requirements
  • You have CIPD Level 7 certification.
  • You have a solid background as a HR generalist, with experience in organizations of similar scale and complexity, enabling you to navigate diverse HR challenges effectively.
  • You have at least 5 years of experience in HR roles, where you've developed a comprehensive understanding of HR practices, policies, and procedures.
  • You have in-depth knowledge of UK employment law, ensuring that all HR activities comply with legal requirements and best practices.
Responsibilities
  • You’ll ensure the successful delivery of the HR strategy in the UK, including key initiatives like people and leadership development, performance management, employer branding, and establishing the UK as a true Tech Hub.
  • You’ll identify, create, and drive UK-specific HR projects that align with our overall strategy and objectives.
  • You’ll lead projects related to external employer branding and recruiting efforts to attract top talent.
  • You’ll enhance internal employer branding, focusing on talent retention and people development through initiatives such as onboarding, employee life cycle management, and TB.Mood actions.
  • You’ll develop UK-specific training programs and provide coaching support for existing employees, working closely with HR Business Partners.
  • You’ll collaborate with HQ to implement Workday in the UK, ensuring quality assurance of the employee lifecycle and translating strategy adaptations into actionable projects.

Zalando specializes in e-commerce focused on fashion and lifestyle products, offering a wide selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories from both well-known and emerging brands. Customers can shop through Zalando's website or mobile app, where they can purchase items directly or buy from third-party sellers listed on the platform. Zalando generates revenue through direct sales, commissions from these sellers, and a premium membership program called Zalando Plus, which provides benefits like faster shipping and exclusive deals. What sets Zalando apart from its competitors is its commitment to a seamless shopping experience, which includes free delivery and returns, personalized recommendations, and significant investments in technology and logistics to enhance customer satisfaction. The company's goal is to be a leading online fashion retailer in Europe, making shopping convenient and enjoyable for consumers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$149.8M

Headquarters

Berlin, Germany

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zalando's leadership in the European online fashion market offers employees a stable and growing work environment.
  • The company's continuous innovation, such as the launch of private label collections and advanced size-advice tools, highlights its commitment to staying ahead in the market.
  • Strategic leadership changes and a focus on both B2C and B2B growth vectors indicate strong future growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive nature of the online fashion retail market requires Zalando to constantly innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Leadership changes, such as the recent co-CEO transition, could lead to strategic misalignments or operational disruptions.

What makes Zalando unique

  • Zalando's focus on a seamless shopping experience, including free delivery and returns, sets it apart from many competitors.
  • The company's extensive collaborations with both well-known and emerging brands provide a diverse product range that appeals to a wide audience.
  • Zalando's investment in technology and logistics ensures efficient operations and high customer satisfaction, which is a significant competitive advantage.