Marchesi HRBP Senior Specialist

Marchesi HRBP Senior Specialist

Marchesi 1824 marks the Prada Group's entry into the world of Food & Beverage, enriching the Milanese tradition with the renowned Marchesi patisseries. These icons of history and culture are joined by Bar Luce and Ristorante Torre, exclusive spaces that blend art and gastronomy within the Fondazione Prada.

In our world, history and tradition intertwine with creativity and innovation, thanks to the talent and passion of our team, who contribute to creating a service of excellence and products of the highest quality. These essential elements ensure every experience is unique and unforgettable for our customers.

Job Purpose

As part of the Headquarters team of Marchesi 1824, the HR Business Partner Specialist will provide both operational and advisory HR support, ensuring alignment with the Group's HR guidelines and strategies. Working closely with Management and Central Functions, the role will support the brand's growth by managing all HR processes, including recruitment, organizational design, training, employee relations, budgeting, and administration.

A strong focus will be dedicated to the needs of Marchesi boutiques, supporting all activities related to store personnel and the development of retail teams.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Employer Branding

Manage the full recruitment cycle for both HQ and Retail positions, ensuring high-quality hires aligned with the brand's values and style;

Identify and attract top talent from the hospitality, fine dining, and luxury food retail sectors;

Collaborate with Communications and Marketing teams to support employer branding initiatives.

Organization & Staffing

Work alongside Management to define and optimize internal structures and organizational charts;

Support the opening of new boutiques with tailored and timely staffing plans;

Continuously monitor staffing needs across stores and propose effective, sustainable solutions.

Training & Development

Support the implementation of training programs across HQ and Retail, in line with Group HR guidelines;

Foster a culture of feedback, performance, and continuous development within teams.

Budget & Reporting

Collect headcount needs and contribute to the HR budget planning process;

Monitor labor costs to ensure alignment with budget and forecasts;

Provide regular HR reporting to Management and Group Headquarters.

Employee Relations & HR Support

Offer daily support to managers on HR-related topics, promoting a positive work environment in line with company values;

Handle and resolve employee relations issues, including disciplinary procedures or disputes, in coordination with the HR Director;

Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.

Administration & HR Systems

Supervise accurate data transmission to Payroll functions;

Verify consistency and accuracy of employee data in Group HRIS systems (e.g. SAP);

Contribute to the rollout of new digital HR tools and process improvements.

Knowledge and Skills

University degree in Human Resources, Law, Economics or related fields;

5-7 years of experience in HR roles, preferably within retail, hospitality, or luxury food environments;

Solid knowledge of HR processes (recruitment, organization, administration, employee relations);

Familiarity with HR management systems (preferably SAP);

Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint);

Fluent in English, both written and spoken;

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

Flexibility, proactivity, and strong attention to detail;

Team-oriented mindset with problem-solving attitude;

Passion for pastry, luxury, and Italian excellence.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth. Prada Group promotes an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that diversity is a value and we are committed to build a fair and respectful workplace for all.