Human Resources Business Partner: Services & Logistics

International. Sport enthusiasts. Collaborative team members. Stronger together through our driving force to move people through the wonders of sport. 

At Decathlon UK, we offer Careers That Let You Play. As part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world's largest sports retailers headquartered in France, we specialise in creating and distributing sports products through online and physical stores across 56 countries with over 1,700 locations. With over 40+ stores in the UK, our mission is to be the spirited cheerleaders of sports and healthier living in the nation!

The Human Team is searching for its new HRBP for Services and Logistics. Come and join a thriving team where no two days are the same. You will join a caring and supportive team that prides itself on its team values: Transparency, Collaboration, Fairness, and Empathy.

We have a strong, ambitious project and want to drive real change in Decathlon UK. Creating thriving entrepreneurial mindsets to decide and act fast in line with our ambitious UK project. #ChallengertoChamption #thrive 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

You are a partner of the business - Leading Human Strategies and Transformations:

A strategic partner working with critical stakeholders to ensure the country's intentions and directions. For this position, the stakeholders are N-2 Services Leaders and the Logistics Leading Team.

Create the conditions for leaders' autonomy to develop human capital.

You will facilitate the 10 HR process and make it accessible for the actors to build and lead a sustainable human structure. 

Cultural Ambassador:

You are an ambassador and referent for the RECIPE (Values X Mgmt Timeline X Human Fundamentals) in your business domains and work continuously to shape a desired organisational culture.

Promote a healthy work environment aligned with Decathlon's culture.

I help create a balanced environment that promotes the best conditions for the teammates’ success.

HR Specialist on 1-2 of the 10 HR processes: Due to the team's setup, each HRBP also has an HR Specialist cross-over.

Employment Law Referent: You will advise the leaders but also investigate and handle specific cases yourself.

The full job description is available on request.

Due to its nature, the role needs to be based in our London services; there will be weekly travel to the Northampton Warehouse and occasional travel to the service hub in Stockport (paid).

THE PROFILE WE’RE LOOKING FOR: 

• You are an experienced leader who has led a store, logistics, or service team with Strong Human results.

• High Communication & Collaboration Skills: Active listening, Oral and Written.

• High Empathy (Sense of service, trust, inclusiveness)

• You have high autonomy and ownership

• You can act with discretion and professionalism daily

• You are confident in Hierarchical Management

DESIRABLE (not mandatory) Intentions /QUALIFICATIONS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• CIPD Level 3,5,7 

• Experienced in Employment Law (or willing to learn quickly!)

• Use of HR Digital Tools

• ZigZag applications are welcome

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, a career at Decathlon could be a great fit. Our welcoming culture, rooted in values of vitality, responsibility, generosity, and authenticity and brought together by a shared passion for sports, offers a truly enriching experience for everyone.

Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Hybrid Working (3 days in the office located in Surrey Quays)

• Healthy employee discount on all Decathlon products

• Weekly Staff Sports/Activities

• Shareholding Scheme

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Up to 25 days of holidays