Assistant Specialist, HR Germany and Austria m/w/d

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

Responsible for ensuring the HR strategy is implemented across assigned business areas with a clear integration and support to overall business strategy. Uses key business metrics and a solid understanding of business operations to develop tailored solutions and innovation. Areas of responsibility include retention, career development, performance management, compliance management, and employee relations.

Additional responsibilities include developing and facilitating training, project management and developing relationships with other departments.

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Provides guidance on company policies and procedures
• Advises and administers disciplinary action utilizing the Documentation & Termination System
• Assists with policy development and specific country policy updating and communication
• Ensures stores are operating in a manner compliant with applicable laws and policies through an ongoing training and audit program
• Partners with store management to implement and maintain initiatives that will positively impact business results (Talent Management, Career Development, Compliance Management)
• Negotiations with works council and joint works council including the drafting of company agreements
• Attending works council and joint works council meetings
• Support for works council and joint works council communication
• 40 hours (Remote)

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Fluent in German and English
• BA Degree
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and provide analysis and risk assessment
• Ability to support and thrive in a changing environment
• Ability to influence others
• Strong organizational skills
• Labor relations knowledge

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER