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People & Culture Business Partner – Retail
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Our People and Culture teams are right at the heart of what we do. Surrounded by some of the best People and Culture specialists in the industry, you’ll bring your own ideas to the business - helping to shape the experience of our customers as part of a forward-thinking team.
In this role you will support and drive the People & Culture needs of Republic of Ireland stores, working in partnership with the People & Culture and Retail Management teams.
What You’ll Get
The world is changing and it’s important we support our colleagues. People are at the heart of what we do at Primark so it’s essential we provide the right environment for you to perform at your best. That’s why we offer benefits that put you first.
Some of our benefits are:
What You’ll Do:
In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:
What You’ll Bring
Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:
Ready? Good - because we can’t wait to see what you can offer. You’ll be joining a team of diverse, passionate, and talented individuals where you’ll truly belong, collaborating on projects that will shape the future of our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another one, and our recruitment team Can determine where your skills may fit in at Primark.
Apply to be part of our future and we’ll help you develop yours.
If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
ID: 124992BR
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Our People and Culture teams are right at the heart of what we do. Surrounded by some of the best People and Culture specialists in the industry, you’ll bring your own ideas to the business - helping to shape the experience of our customers as part of a forward-thinking team.
In this role you will support and drive the People & Culture needs of Republic of Ireland stores, working in partnership with the People & Culture and Retail Management teams.
What You’ll Get
The world is changing and it’s important we support our colleagues. People are at the heart of what we do at Primark so it’s essential we provide the right environment for you to perform at your best. That’s why we offer benefits that put you first.
Some of our benefits are:
- 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more.
- Flexible Working, opportunity for an early Friday finish, and a subsidised cafeteria.
- Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner business to our offices
What You’ll Do:
In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:
- Business Partnering: As a Business Partner, you will develop long term, strategic relationships with your stakeholders, where you can contribute, influence, and support their decision making. You will understand the intricacies of your business area and convey HR-related matters in terms that resonate with overall business objectives.
- Employee Relations: As the first point of contact for internal customers (especially Area and Store Managers), you’ll handle employee relations issues. You will provide timely support and advice regarding grievances and disciplinary matters, and ensure they are dealt with in a fair and appropriate manager in-line with company procedures.
- Policies and Procedures: You will ensure our People & Culture policies comply with legislative guidelines and best practices. You will regularly review and update policies to keep them fit for purpose.
- Reports/Compliance: You will oversee the maintenance and accuracy of all Retail reports. You will deliver regular reports (periodic, quarterly, and semi-annually) to the Sales Director and Head of P&C - ROI. Conduct value-add P&C visits to stores, supporting managers on all P&C matters and verifying accurate implementation of policies.
- Learning & Development: You will drive the Regional Retail Management Development Programme; your role is pivotal in shaping the growth and capabilities of our retail managers. As a coach, you’ll guide managers in conducting Performance Development Conversations, including managing Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and high performing employees.
- Recruitment – Retail Management: Your strategic partnership with key business lines ensures that you stay informed about upcoming hiring needs. Collaborating with the Recruitment Specialist, you’ll organize and deliver regular assessment centers. These centers serve as talent pipelines for Retail Management.
- Other: As a line manager, you’ll provide guidance, support, and development to the P&C Administrator. Your strategic contributions extend to the overall P&C team, where you’ll introduce fresh ideas and best practices.
What You’ll Bring
Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:
- You will have 5+ years People & Culture experience ideally in a dynamic, fast paced multi-site retail/services environment.
- You will have the ability to act as an adviser to Senior Managers on all aspects of employment legislation ensuring full legal and company policy compliance.
- You will have a strong background in Employee Relations and Industrial Relations
- You have excellent HR Knowledge & ideally a relevant HR qualification (CIPD equivalent)
- You will bring solid recruitment, training and ER experience.
- You have a proven track record of stakeholder management at a range of levels.
- You are a problem solver with sound judgment skills.
- You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- You have the ability to work on your own initiative.
- You bring strong commercial awareness.
Ready? Good - because we can’t wait to see what you can offer. You’ll be joining a team of diverse, passionate, and talented individuals where you’ll truly belong, collaborating on projects that will shape the future of our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another one, and our recruitment team Can determine where your skills may fit in at Primark.
Apply to be part of our future and we’ll help you develop yours.
If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
ID: 124992BR
