HR Business Partner

Role Purpose

As an HRBP (Generalist) at Leroy Merlin, you will play a key role in supporting the full spectrum of HR operations. From driving recruitment and onboarding to supporting payroll processes and fostering employee engagement, this role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on both the business and its people. You’ll work collaboratively across teams, ensuring compliance, promoting learning and development and cultivating a positive workplace environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the store/business unit operational structure, workflows, and sales cycles to effectively support business objectives.

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Partner with leaders to align HR initiatives with operational priorities, workforce requirements, and productivity targets.

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Participate in business and operational meetings to provide proactive HR input and support informed decision-making.

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Build and maintain credible, professional relationships with management teams and key stakeholders.

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Translate business strategies into practical HR solutions, including workforce planning, organisational structures, talent management, and performance initiatives.

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Analyse workforce data and operational trends to provide insights and recommendations that improve business performance and employee effectiveness.

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Provide sound HR guidance by considering operational impact, business risks, compliance requirements, and cost implications.

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Support leaders in driving employee performance, accountability, engagement, and succession planning.

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Influence and challenge leadership teams constructively to ensure HR initiatives contribute to sustainable business growth and long-term objectives.

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Ensure HR practices, policies, and processes are implemented consistently and in line with company standards and labour legislation.

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Drive change management initiatives and support the implementation of business transformation projects.

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Promote a positive workplace culture that supports collaboration, operational excellence, and employee wellbeing.

Qualification and Experience

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Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Management, or a related field.

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Minimum of 5 years HR generalist or HR business partnering experience within a retail, commercial, or operational environment.

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Proven experience partnering with leadership teams to deliver strategic HR solutions aligned to business objectives.

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Strong understanding of workforce planning, organisational design, performance management, and employee relations.

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Experience interpreting HR metrics and operational data to support business decision-making.

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Sound knowledge of labour legislation and HR best practices.

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Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and relationship-building skills.

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Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

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Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.