Job Description

Because we strive to put people first.

Culture, our way.

People and Culture at Primark

What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.

Our team has created a workplace of inspiration and growth. Be a part of building an inclusive and empowering culture, where every colleague’s unique abilities are recognised and celebrated. Collaborate with a team committed to the wellbeing of our workforce and define what it means to work at Primark.

What You’ll Do

We want you to feel challenged and inspired. Here, you’ll develop your skills across a range of responsibilities:

• Build trusted relationships with leaders and stakeholders, providing expert People & Culture guidance and support aligned to business goals.
• Partner with managers to effectively handle employee relations matters, including performance, conduct and grievance issues, while coaching them on people management best practice.
• Work closely with Talent Acquisition to attract, select and retain top talent, supporting recruitment activities where required.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a positive colleague experience from onboarding through to development, engagement and offboarding.
• Use people data and insights to identify trends, inform decision-making and support the delivery of targeted people initiatives and training.
• Partner with business leaders on talent management, succession planning and colleague development to build future capability.
• Lead and support the delivery of People & Culture projects, programmes and annual people initiatives that drive engagement, retention and organisational performance.
• Support employee engagement activities, helping leaders develop and implement action plans that strengthen team engagement and culture.
• Collaborate with People Services and Centres of Excellence to ensure effective implementation of policies, processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

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:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in HR, coaching and partnering line managers.
• Degree in HR or a related field is preferred.
• Proven exposure to employee relations, performance management and talent management agendas.
• Proven ability in developing effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to analyse data and translate insights into meaningful actions.

What You’ll Get

People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. Let’s talk lifestyle:

Let’s talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.

Does this sound like you? Great, because we can’t wait to see what you’ll bring. You’ll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, we’re excited about our future - and we’re excited to develop yours.

Additional Information

About Primark

Primark was founded on a mission that everyone deserves to look and feel good – without paying more. We stand for great value without compromise, offering affordable fashion and everyday essentials that are made to last. Founded in Ireland in 1969, Primark is now an international fashion retailer with more than 470 stores across 18 countries in Europe, the US and the Middle East, employing more than 80,000 colleagues. Millions of shopper’s trust Primark every week for everything from everyday essentials like t-shirts and socks, to the latest fashion trends – all at unbeatable prices.

Primark is built on a belief and passion for physical stores – helping to bring high streets and retail centres to life and creating joyful, social experiences. The company is focused on driving positive change by giving clothing a longer life, protecting life on the planet and supporting the livelihoods of the people who make Primark clothes.