About the job

MR MARVIS is seeking an Interim HR Manager or HR Business Partner (32-40 hours per week, depending on availability) to lead retail-focused strategic projects and support HR operations. This role will cover our HRBP Retail during her six-month maternity leave, starting ideally on 1 December 2024, with a 3-4 week onboarding period/overlap.
MR MARVIS began as an e-commerce business, opening our first flagship store in Amsterdam at the end of 2020. By early 2021, we expanded internationally with a store in Antwerp. Today, we operate 13 stores within 3 countries (NL, DE, BE) and aim to reach 25 stores by the end of 2025. With over 200 employees and rapid monthly growth, our retail operations have become a key driver of MR MARVIS’ success.
As we expand our retail operations (internationally), one of our challenges is managing a high volume of inquiries effectively, ensuring compliance with labour laws across different countries, and keeping our non-desk workforce efficient and engaged. This role requires close collaboration with the retail team, the Head of People, the Talent Acquisition Manager, and the People Operations Assistant to enhance employee engagement, align business goals, and ensure smooth operations. The HRBP Retail will also provide guidance and support for daily HR operations and employee inquiries/ relations.
While we strive to streamline guidelines, initiatives, benefits, and compensation between HQ and Retail, we recognize that the retail sector has unique needs. The HRBP Retail will be crucial in anticipating these challenges while maintaining a cohesive strategy. As we grow internationally, understanding labour legislation in countries like France and the UK as well as optimising our payroll operations will be essential. Currently, we use NMBRS in collaboration with an external payroll provider for the Netherlands and SDWorx for Belgium and Germany.

About MR MARVIS

MR MARVIS is a fast-growing Amsterdam-based online menswear brand that is fully dedicated to delivering the perfect shorts & trousers. After a successful launch in 2016 it has become the #1 shorts brand in the Netherlands! Expanding quickly, with physical stores across Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands and online presence in France, Spain, UK and Italy.
Our mission is to share positive energy around the world and make people feel marvellous. We do so by creating iconic designs, offering best-in class service and driving conscious decisions for people and the planet.
As a clothing brand, we want to take responsibility for the impact we have on the world. We aim for timeless design, conscious choices for more sustainable materials and local European production (handmade in Portugal) - in short we are an advocate of “slow fashion”. That is why we are working every day to reduce our emissions and create value for everyone who comes into contact with MR MARVIS. Therefore, we are proud to have become a Certified B Corporation (B Corp) . As a B Corp, MR MARVIS is part of a global community of businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental impact.
Being a force for good goes beyond producing- and selling sustainably, in the end it’s about people. In line with our mission, we participate in several charity and voluntary activities that in most cases focus on the people who sometimes feel a little less marvellous. Examples include: our employees visit elderly homes and dance with elderly who too often feel lonely, our employees help renovate homes for homeless people, and every year we participate in (and donate to) a charity campaign against child cancer (Ki Ka).
It is also reflected in various HR choices we’ve made so far: good pension plans and disability insurances, learning & development budgets, trainings & inspirational talks, daily healthy catered lunch (on the house), matching employees donations, monthly sport budget, free access to coaches & psychologists, and much more.

What you'll do

This role requires a high degree of autonomy. You will handle HR inquiries on both strategic and operational levels. You’ll lead various high-level projects aimed at making the business more efficient and scalable, particularly in the People/Retail areas. Depending on your expertise and availability, your responsibility may include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring Consistent HR Policy Application: Ensure HR policies and legislation are applied consistently across all retail locations. Identify areas for improvement and work with the retail team to implement necessary changes.
• Supporting Retail Managers: Assist retail managers in implementing company policies and provide advice on HR matters, such as absenteeism and working conditions. Ensure managers have the support they need to handle HR issues effectively.
• Developing and Executing HR Strategies: Partner with the retail team to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals, creating a cohesive HR approach that supports overall objectives.
• Overseeing Employee Relations: Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, to promote a positive work environment, boost morale, and reduce turnover. Address issues proactively before they escalate.
• Managing Compensation and Benefits Programs: Oversee employee compensation and benefits, including salary benchmarking and administering health and wellness benefits. Ensure compensation packages are competitive, fair and in line with the law/ Collective Labour Agreements (if applicable).
• Designing HR Training Programs: Collaborate with the retail team to design HR training programs for managers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to manage HR responsibilities effectively.
• Overseeing Payroll Processes: Ensure payroll processes are accurate and compliant with regulations. Our People Operations Assistant is responsible for delivering the mutations.
• Conducting Store Visits: Visit stores with the Area Manager to ensure HR compliance and understand the unique challenges at each location, providing tailored support where needed.

What you'll bring

• Relevant degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role (e.g., Head of People, HR Manager).
• Experience and affinity with the retail industry (or similar) is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of Dutch employment legislation and compliance laws, with additional knowledge of other countries’ labor laws being advantageous.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Approachable, sociable, and empathetic.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken.
• Experience in a fast-growing international organisation or scale-up, ideally within Retail is a plus.

What you'll get

This position can be offered on a freelance basis or under employment, depending on the preference. In either case, you can enjoy the following perks while with us (and more if employed):

• Fresh daily lunch served at the office.
• 25% discount on the entire MR MARVIS collection.
• Hybrid working with an inspiring office in the heart of Amsterdam.
• Being part of a fun, international team at a fast-growing scale-up.
• Amazing team events and weekly Friday drinks with colleagues.

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