HR Director – Europe - Global Fashion Brand

Mode Executive is delighted to be supporting a leading premium fashion retail organisation in the search for an experienced HR Director. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking, people‑driven business at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation.

The HR Director will report directly to Global HRD and will play a key role in shaping the organisation’s people strategy and culture as part of the wider leadership team.

• Lead the development and delivery of the people strategy aligned with overall business objectives
• Partner closely with the leadership team to drive organisational effectiveness and long‑term talent planning
• Oversee all areas of HR including employee relations, performance management, learning & development, reward, and organisational design
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Global HRD and senior stakeholders on all strategic people matters
• Foster a high‑performance culture that supports engagement, wellbeing, and diversity & inclusion
• Lead and develop the HR team, ensuring best practice, innovation, and compliance across all HR functions
• Provide guidance on change management initiatives, organisational development, and succession planning

• Proven experience as a senior HR leader, ideally at Head of or Director level, within a complex, fast‑paced retail organisation
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into actionable people initiatives
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level
• Track record of driving cultural change and embedding values across an organisation
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience leading teams and delivering through others
• Strong business acumen, resilience, and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands‑on execution

This role operates on a hybrid model with two to three days a week in the office and the remainder from home, plus a highly competitive package.

Let us know if this sounds like the right opportunity for you – email your CV directly to .

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Please note:

Due to high application volumes, we are unable to provide individual feedback at this stage. If successful, we will contact you directly.)

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Human Resources, Management, and Business Development

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry