Human Resource Business Partner

URW Northen Europe is an international team of about 140 employees based in the Netherlands, Sweden and Denmark. We run a total of 7 assets, including Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, Stadshart Amstelveen and Westfield Mall of Scandinavia.   

We're looking for a talented individual to join our People team as the People Business Partner. The role is based in our Swedish office. 

What you will be doing…  

• Apply the People Strategy in all areas to match business goals.

• Work closely with all department leaders on People-related matters.

• Oversee all updates to HR policies and ensure they are updated in line with current employment law legislation.

• Coach and guide managers to understand their roles and responsibilities regarding people policies and practices. Support them during changes and negotiations.

• Point of escalation for complex disciplinary/grievance and other employee relations issues, with a deep understanding and experience of managing complex people situations.

• Give advice and support on employee relations, performance management, and absence cases.

• Manage the annual performance review process, including end-of-year reviews and 360 feedback.

• Work with the Managing Director of People on the headcount forecasting exercise (5 5-year business plans) and work with departmental leads to ensure the business has the correct resource plan for the next 5 years.

• Liaise with the senior leadership team to develop departmental people plans and create yearly succession plans for all departments.

• Support departmental managers to create business cases as and when necessary for additional resources, resource removal or departmental people strategy.

• Plan and coordinate the People management activities to maximise the strategic use of people across each division.

• Manage the annual talent review process and organise and facilitate the annual talent review committee meetings with the senior leadership team.

• Work with the senior leadership team to deliver key employee survey messages and create value action plans with all departments.

• Lead all redundancy situations and be an expert in best practices and processes.

• Manage people-related projects.

• Support with Learning & Development initiatives for Northern Europe.

• Support the wider Northern Europe People team on the annual compensation review process.

• Stay updated on current and future People and Union laws that may affect the company.

• Help improve our HR systems and practices with the Group People Team.

• Managing new employment onboarding and inductions.

• Deliver training throughout the year.

What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful?  

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar.

• You have between 5-10 years of professional experience in HR; recruitment, supporting managers, Nordic culture understanding, experience working in a change management/environment and from private sector.

• You have extensive experience of labor law (white collars) for Sweden and preferably Denmark.

• You have experience in an international environment and are used to working in a matrix organization.

• You prefer a structured approach and can make clear decisions for the team.

• You have relationship-building skills and you are a team player.

• You have financial and analytical skills.

• You are a driven and responsible person taking ownership.

Who are we?  

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. There are already 2,000 of us working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centres by creating innovative and engaging spaces that redefine togetherness.  

Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they're the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the cutting edge of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to create unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. We're all about surprising and delighting our customers, reinventing togetherness, and crafting magical moments.  

As an international company, our primary internal language is English. Therefore, we kindly ask that you submit your application and resume in English. 

Why work for us:  

We put people development and learning at the heart of what we do. We'll help you master your role, build your technical skills, and take advantage of top-notch management and leadership programs. From face-to-face workshops to our global online learning resources, we encourage you to make learning a part of your daily routine. 

We offer a fantastic bonus scheme, and many other incentives, including company health insurance is available at a reduced tariff.  We offer an indefinite contract, including 6-month probation time.  

Want to know more about what it's like working at URW? Visit our site https://www.urw.com/join-us/life-at-urw   

What Matters to Us: 

Our purpose at URW is to Reinvent Being Together, re-imagining how people and communities come together, socialise, and enjoy dynamic experiences together in new unique ways. 

URW promotes equal opportunities and diversity of profiles, experiences, and skills. We believe that diversity plays a crucial role in our company's success, and we are committed to creating an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences. 

We are dedicated to evaluating each new application without discrimination related to disability, age, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. We aim to ensure fair and equal access to our services. If you need any adjustments for your interview, please let us know in advance. 

Join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference in your local communities!