Senior Specialist HR Operations EMEA (m/f/x)

About Us:

We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.   

One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here.

At PVH, we believe in flexibility with connection — this role is based on site at one of our hubs in Düsseldorf, London, Milan, Paris, or Amsterdam.
 

As Senior Specialist HR Operations EMEA (m/f/x) you will be part of a team of HR professionals delivering end-to-end HR administrative services for associates across the EMEA region. These services include pre-boarding, internal transfers, offboarding, contract management, data administration, and compliance. In this senior role, you will support the Senior Manager HR Operations to drive the evolution of the Associate Lifecycle team by improving process automation, scalability, and operational excellence, while building team capability.
 

A day in the life of a Senior Specialist HR Operations EMEA (m/f/x): 

• You will oversee daily HR administrative processes, including onboarding, internal changes, exits, and documentation.

• You will support the improvement and harmonization of HR administration processes across EMEA to deliver a best-in-class experience.

• You will plan and manage major operational changes and annual events, such as contract harmonization and legislative updates.

• You will mentor and coach team members, sharing expertise in country-specific legislation and operational excellence.

• You will ensure data accuracy and compliance in Workday, including regular audits and collaboration with HRBPs.

• You will manage contract creation and automation, ensuring alignment with legal and policy requirements.

• You will partner with Payroll and other teams to maintain accurate data and support payroll processing.

• You will contribute to cross-functional projects and ensure audit readiness through compliant documentation and records. 
   

What do we need from you? You have: 

• A diploma in Human Resources, Labor Law, or similar education. 

• Proven experience in HR Operations or administrative HR roles, with extensive knowledge of legislation and processes.

• Strong operational understanding of HR lifecycle processes, including onboarding, contract management, and HRIS administration (Workday preferred).

• Ability to evaluate data and situations to determine appropriate actions within existing guidelines and policies.

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working across teams, functions, and regions to support service delivery.

• Business fluency in English; additional language(s) dependent on your preferred work location are required.
   

​What you can expect from us: 

• PVH offers you a smart working model (hybrid) including a flex office solution, a "work from anywhere" concept, meeting-free Fridays and many other components 

• Lead Yourself. Lead Together. Lead the Way. The PVH Leadership Behaviors are the actions that unlock the potential of each of us. Whether you lead a team, a project or contribute your own expertise, everyone is a leader at PVH. 

• We promote a culture of development and offer training and learning opportunities through our own PVH University 

• Multiple employee benefits such as employee discounts, mobility offers, sports events and other initiatives  

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.