People & Culture And Project Associate - OTB

INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
On behalf of OTB, we are seeking a highly motivated People & Culture and Project Associate who will support both human resources and business functions.
OTB is an international fashion group comprising the iconic, unconventional brands Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni and Viktor&Rolf. It also controls the Staff International and Brave Kid companies and holds a stake in American brand Amiri.
OTB – short for "Only The Brave" – believes in the possibility of pushing beyond the frontiers of fashion and style to support the creativity of international talents and express in full the innovative spirit and uncompromising courage of its founder and chairman, Renzo Rosso.
With more than 6,000 employees worldwide, the Group is founded on a digital approach centered on the consumer, a concrete long-term commitment to the creation of a sustainable, technologically driven business, and close attention to social issues through the OTB Foundation.”
What Youll Be Doing
As an HR Associate / Business Coordinator, you will play a hybrid role in supporting both human resources and business functions. Reporting directly to the General Manager of OTB, this role is ideal for someone with 1-3 years of experience seeking to build their career in HR while gaining exposure to project coordination and business operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a fast-paced luxury retail environment by ensuring seamless HR operations and providing efficient support.
Human Resources Responsibilities

• Administer employee attendance, leaves, and overall absenteeism, ensuring records are up-to-date and compliant.
• Support recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
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  Oversee work visa and labor contract applications, renewals, and cancellations, coordinating with PROs and employees.
• Assist with performance review processes (PDRs, KPIs, salary reviews) to ensure timely completion and alignment with business goals.
• Prepare and analyze HR metrics such as staff turnover, absenteeism, and headcount reports.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and well-being programs to foster a positive work culture and to drive people strategy and employee engagement for Back Office and Frontliner teams
  

Business Coordination Responsibilities

• Provide business support to the General Manager, including liaising with Business teams and stakeholders (Management, Projects, Leasing, Legal, Tech)
• Support in coordinating key projects, tracking progress and ensuring deliverables are completed on time.
• Prepare organizational charts, reports, and presentations for management and external stakeholders.
• Follow up on material deliveries, payment cycles, and project timelines to ensure smooth execution.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to streamline operations.
  

What You’ll Need To Succeed

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• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in HR, business coordination, or administration.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with HRIS systems.
  

What We Can Offer You
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.