PEOPLE Adminstrator

We are a family business that puts our people first, this makes the PEOPLE team vital to the success of BESTSELLER. We are offering you the opportunity to join our global fashion wholesale and retail company, which continues to experience fast paced growth. This is a great entry level position in the UK, offering a generalist role in a small team where you will get exposure to all areas of HR from day one.

The Team

We are currently a two person team looking for a third colleague to support our ambition. This is, to attract and retain talented employees at BESTSELLER UK through engaging and progressive PEOPLE initiatives. 

About You

• An enthusiastic energy towards the PEOPLE function and its value to our business
• An efficient optimiser, always looking for new solutions to improve our processes
• A self-motivator, able to work independently and thrive with full autonomy
• Excellent attention to detail
• Empathetic and personable approach when supporting colleagues with clear communication
• Agile, adaptable and flexible in a dynamic industry

The Role

As our PEOPLE Administrator you are a key driver for our PEOPLE processes in wholesale & retail. You will work in partnership with the PEOPLE team and BESTSELLER management to deliver an effective and efficient PEOPLE service.

• Delivering first hand support for our colleagues’ and leaders’ HR queries
• Managing the PEOPLE mailboxes for wholesale and retail to ensure timely and supportive responses
• Prepare and process our colleagues’ documentation including: contracts, VISA letters, and references
• Accurately maintain all colleagues’ records via our online HR System SAP, including moving all physical files to digital
• Support the transition to our new global PEOPLE system, Success Factors
• Take an active role in the our Talent Acquisition process; advertising new positions, supporting with shortlisting the best talent for our managers, scheduling interviews, and following up with all candidates in the process
• Coordinate the new starter process from creating the contract and building their welcome programme, to signing off their probation period
• Manage the leaver process including ending system access and sending our online exit survey
• Support our leaders with documenting the Growth Cycle, our performance management process
• Support with administrating Health & Safety in the UK, including organising regular maintenance visits and reviewing weekly and monthly reports from stores and Head Office
• Prepare data for the half yearly Our People’s Voice, global engagement survey
• Actively assist the PEOPLE team in the monthly payroll process
• Track monthly company car checks online
• Enjoy an active involvement with ongoing local and global PEOPLE projects

About BESTSELLER

BESTSELLER was created in 1975 in Denmark by the Povlsen family. We deliver top quality clothing to consumers around the world. Our Fashion FWD scheme is bringing fashion forward until we are climate positive. Leading with brands such as: JACK & JONES, VERO MODA, ONLY,  SELECTED, NOISY MAY, Y.A.S AND VILA. We are present in 38 markets globally and maintain a strong hold on the fashion sector.

We have 17,000 dedicated colleagues around the world. Closeness between management and employees creates that energy. We promote quality, good results and strong values. We have amazing benefits for our team and put people first. An important philosophy behind BESTSELLER’s organisation is "freedom with responsibility". It empowers a high degree of freedom of action in your job, and at the same time shows you are responsible for what you do.

We Offer

Freedom with responsibility. An autonomous environment with a family of colleagues. Attractive salary, and plenty more perks;

• 28 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy and carry over)
• Subsidised Private Health Care
• Competitive contribution to your pension scheme
• 2.30pm finish on a Friday
• Flexi-time
• 30% discount online across all 24 clothing brands
• Heavily discounted clothing samples
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym Discount
• Plus more!

We look forward to hearing from you

We process applications and invite for interviews on an ongoing basis. The position will be closed when we have found the right candidate. 

We are a family-owned company with a strong foundation and values.  We are committed to diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone, irrespective of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strive to create an empowering environment where people can thrive and develop. For more information, visit www.about.bestseller.com.