About the job Senior People Manager
NAMED COLLECTIVE
NAMED COLLECTIVE is a London-born fashion brand at the intersection of design, culture and modern commerce - and we've built it differently from the start.
Since launch, NAMED has established itself as the 'rebel kid' of the industry - a brand with a genuine point of view, and a community to match. We create leisurewear in a way that nobody has before. We don't make basics, we make the statement pieces our customer builds their outfit around.
We're rooted in a deep obsession with our community and our customers - over 1.9 million people around the world who don't just follow us, they're part of what we build. We've grown at an average rate of 84% year-on-year over the last 5 years through our ecommerce stores, with particularly strong momentum across the UK and US. We're only scratching the surface of what's possible. The momentum is real.
This is a rare opportunity to join a brand that has already proven itself - where the foundation is strong, the ambition is bigger, and the right people will have a real impact on where we go next.
WHO R U?
Reporting to the General Manager (GM), you play a key role in building high impact, values led teams at NAMED COLLECTIVE. You thrive in a fast paced, high growth environment and are expert at creating the structures, systems and culture that enable teams to perform at their best.
You embed and deliver the People strategy, translating it into practical processes and ways of working that drive performance, engagement and growth. Confident at both strategic and operational levels, you move seamlessly from big picture thinking to hands on delivery.
With an entrepreneurial mindset, you navigate ambiguity with ease. You are practical, people centred and delivery focused, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and the attention to detail to execute to a high standard.
THE ROLE
People Strategy and Culture
Support the GM to shape and embed NAMED COLLECTIVEs People strategy, translating it into clear, practical and scalable People processes
Act as a trusted partner to the SMT and SLT, working closely with senior leaders to strengthen and embed company culture, values and ways of working across all teams
Partner managers and leaders closely to bring the People strategy to life day to day
Continuously review and improve People practices to support growth, scale and organisational change
Manage and develop the junior People team members, setting clear objectives, supporting their growth and ensuring high standards of delivery
Performance Management
Oversee and embed NAMED COLLECTIVEs performance management framework, ensuring clarity, consistency and fairness across the business, and equipping all people managers to manage performance with confidence and integrity
Design, implement and continuously improve performance management processes
Partner with managers to lead high-quality performance, feedback and development conversations
Support managers to address underperformance with confidence, consistency and fairness
Partner with the GM and leadership team to identify performance risks, capability gaps and succession needs
Embed a high-impact culture that balances accountability, development and psychological safety
Talent Management
Own end-to-end recruitment delivery, including role scoping, advertising, interviewing, selection and offers
Manage the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to development, progression and exit
Deliver a consistent, high quality onboarding experience that sets clear expectations from day one
Partner with the GM and Finance team on headcount planning and workforce changes
Drive retention through strong People processes, engagement initiatives and meaningful development opportunities
HR Operations and Compliance
Develop and maintain policies, contracts, processes and documentation for sign off
Ensure compliance with UK employment law and HR best practice, escalating risks and complex issues where appropriate
Manage employee relations matters with care, clarity and professionalism
Oversee all People operations, including payroll and benefits, as well as HRIS and all people systems management
Ensure consistency of People standards and practices across all teams
Learning, Development and Career Progression
Identify training and development needs across the business and design and deliver initiatives that build capability at all levels
Strengthen manager and leadership capability through coaching, practical tools and clear frameworks
Develop clear development pathways and progression frameworks to support growth and retention
Track learning and development outcomes to ensure initiatives deliver measurable impact on capability and performance
Workplace and Team Experience
Manage the overall studio and workplace experience, ensuring the environment reflects NAMED COLLECTIVEs culture, values and brand
Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, insurance requirements and studio policies, ensuring a safe and secure working environment
Ensure teams are empowered, equipped and inspired to do their best work, with the right tools, resources and ways of working in place
Deliver engagement and wellbeing initiatives aligned to company priorities, fostering connection, inclusion and performance
Ensure the employee experience is consistent and high quality across every touchpoint, from onboarding to day-to-day working life at NAMED COLLECTIVE
Support employer brand activity and help position NAMED COLLECTIVE as a great place to work internally and externally
A GOOD FIT LOOKS LIKE
8+ years progressive experience in HR / People roles, ideally within a high-growth retail, eCommerce or DTC business
CIPD Level 6 or equivalent experience (Level 5 considered with strong practical experience)
Experience building, scaling or significantly contributing to a People function in a growing organisation
Demonstrable experience designing, implementing or scaling a performance management framework
Strong end-to-end recruitment experience
Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
Experience creating and maintaining policies and handbooks
Proven ability to coach managers and support performance, development and change
High emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills
FOR THE COLLECTIVE
Competitive salary;
Generous team discount;
Optional health cash plans;
Best friend + family discount;
32 days holiday (inc bank holidays);
Birthday day off & gift;
Work From Home Wednesdays;
Bookable Work From Home Days;
Flexible working hours;
EAP with Virtual GP;
Summer + Winter team parties;
Regular team socials;
Modern studio workspace with free snacks and refreshments;
Pension scheme.