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RETAILORS

HR Business Partner

RETAILORS

HR Business Partner supporting Nike retail operations in Benelux region. Driving HR initiatives, compliance, and workforce development in a dynamic retail environment.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeAmsterdam • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Responsible for the development and delivery of expert advice in global compliance, compensation and HR analytics.
  • Knowledgeable in local pay and benefits legislation as well as the economic and political context in the countries of operations and ensure we remain compliant and competitive.
  • Evaluates and improves control and corporate governance processes through the application of regular and regulated procedures - responsible for ensuring that the organization follows all compliance laws and that the workforce has been fully trained as per the regulation in all regions.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all internal regulations are met - stay up to date on all general labor law compliance and issues - responsible for ensuring that employees and teams are in place to address compliance issues and communicating to managers and employees about such laws.
  • Ensures company adheres to global compliance requirements and in-house policies - Advisor to business leaders to ensure smooth execution of compensation and benefits solutions to align with total rewards directions and business goals
  • Design salary framework, review and improve current total rewards policies and procedures, oversee salary benchmarking exercise, job design and job evaluation analysis
  • Drive and document compliance with HR policies and processes, and compile data analysis reports, including workforce planning and analysis, as well as regular variance analysis and forecasts
  • Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of relevant HRIS systems and processes
  • Perform audits on HR processes and documentation, including hiring, termination of service
  • Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls & processes
  • Oversee regional compliance with work council legislation
  • Oversee privacy, health and safety and payroll compliance aspects
  • Lead compliance reviews and routine analysis
  • Support in preparing policies, procedures and handbooks for the various regions
  • Review internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance
  • Continuous development of our HR management dashboard as well as our headcount planning tool
  • Translate and visualize figures to support business understanding, maintain and develop planning and reporting system and databases accordingly
  • Calculate and monitor regular accruals and provisions
  • Ensure highest standard of reporting and data quality
  • Management of the bonus payout process for the whole Group
  • Keeping the bonus policies up to date
  • Coordinating HR compliance matters
  • Assistance in developing compensation models
  • Optimization of HR and Controlling related processes
  • Keeping organization charts updated
  • Works closely together with Group controlling & accounting team
  • Participate in local and international projects
  • Develops analysis support tools in Excel and performs extractions for the various departments
  • Keeps up to date with the latest HR trends and shares them with HR Managers
  • Partner with retail operations leadership to understand business objectives and translate them into HR strategies and initiatives.
  • Develop and implement HR policies, programs, and processes specific to the retail sector, considering industry trends and best practices.
  • Provide guidance and coaching to retail managers on employee relations matters, performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
  • Collaborate with the recruitment team to ensure effective sourcing, selection, and onboarding of retail talent, including store managers, sales associates, and other retail positions.
  • Support retail operations in workforce planning, including analyzing staffing needs, identifying skill gaps, and recommending strategies for talent acquisition and retention.
  • Conduct regular HR analytics and provide insights to retail leadership on employee engagement, turnover, and other key HR metrics.
  • Advise and support retail managers in implementing fair and consistent HR policies and practices, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
  • Stay informed about changes in HR legislation and industry trends related to the retail sector and provide guidance to ensure compliance and best practices.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4+ years HR controlling, or compliance experiences acquired in an international environment retail industry - preferred
  • Fluency in English and dutch (written and verbal), French is a Plus
  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role within the retail sector.
  • Deep understanding of retail operations, including workforce dynamics, talent management, and HR challenges specific to the industry.
  • Knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations related to the retail sector.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on finding solutions that balance business needs and employee satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
  • Proficient in HRIS and other relevant HR technology tools.
  • Must have knowledge/experience with local /country employment laws/regulations
  • Excellent time management, planning and organizational skills
  • Ability to identify opportunities and to build practical solutions
  • Strong interpersonal skills – communication, collaboration, relationship management, influence, conflict management and resolution
  • Customer - service oriented;
  • Proactive/Initiative - results oriented
  • Ability to inspire and motivate teams, and advocate and lead through change
  • Leadership capabilities – coaching, problem solving, and results -oriented

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation based on experience/knowledge
  • Amazing Nike discount
  • Pension

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Hard Skills & Tools
HRIS ProficiencyData AnalysisCompensation ModelingWorkforce PlanningJob Evaluation AnalysisSalary BenchmarkingInternal Control EvaluationPolicy DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceAudit Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal Relationship ManagementProblem-Solving AbilitiesLeadership CapabilitiesCustomer Service Orientation