Associate Business Partner - Los Angeles

lululemon

Sep 18

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Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Consulting
People, HR & Administration
Los Angeles

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in P&C Business Partner/generalist experience.
Strong knowledge of employment law with the ability to apply it to a wide range of situations. Familiarity with both Canadian and US markets is considered an asset.
Business acumen - understand business drivers and creates opportunities to connect with business directly to learn about its needs and perspectives and seen as credible functional expert.
Data analysis - can leverage quantitative and qualitative data to enable informed decision making.
Strong communication and presentation skills in PowerPoint with ability to summarize key information, present relevant data to facilitate discussions and decision making.
Relationship building - builds personal relationships of trust and can be relied on to do what is promised.
Coaching - experience coaching and developing team capabilities; trusted partner with skills to support leaders to lead from clarity.
Consulting & collaboration - skilled at consulting with wide variety of partner types and navigating unchartered territory.
Project management - stakeholder engagement and program execution and change management.
Leadership development - leadership coach and trusted advisor.
Agenda Shaping & influence - proactively shapes the ideas and agendas of stakeholders and credible activism/advocacy.
Two-way advocacy - ability to stand in resistance when required.
Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Responsibilities

Credible business-oriented solution provider and trusted partner, supporting our global business functions across the SSC. Develops collaborative talent plans that drive the talent agenda that have downstream impact within the organization. Operate day to day as part of the business leadership team and take responsibility for driving and owning business outcomes.
Deliver P&C generalist support including, counsel and guidance in talent management, employee relations, change management within the functions they support, their internal team, and across P&C CoE’s.
Lead key people initiatives in partnership with the business, that support the longer-term goals of the organization and drive business results.
Collaborate with Senior Leadership, Business Partner and Organizational Planning team to build the organizational blueprint (3-5 year roadmap), which drives the Function’s talent strategy, including critical components of AOP, hiring needs and internal career growth.
Partner with key cross-functional partners in Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and FP&A to support our leaders with determining resourcing needs and develop necessary information to support the OTH (Open to Hire) process.
Advise leaders on potential organization design opportunities and impacts associated with organizational changes.
Leads all aspects of change management associated with organizational changes, in partnership with key stakeholders across the business.
Leverage deep business understanding and strong analytical skills to Identify issues, diagnose root causes, provide insights, offer recommendations, and develop proactive solutions to solve pressing business objectives through the talent lens, for areas related to productivity, engagement, functional skill development, attraction, retention, total rewards & recognition.
Support the Business Partner to deliver on core P&C Programs including Pace, Quarterly Talking Talent sessions, Employee Pulse and other programs as required.
Leverage CoE talent frameworks to develop proactive talent activation solutions focusing on performance management, career and personal development, and succession planning that allows leaders an easy way to align people and work to achieve business outcomes.
Monitor core cultural metrics and indicators to ensure core behaviors and mindsets are embodied and actively fostered by leaders to create an inclusive and thriving environment.
Provide insights and feedback to CoEs, representing voice of the business to P&C and voice of P&C to the business. Act as the key business and PC intermediary, translating business strategy to inform P&C and P&C strategy to inform the business (including Open to Hire and Workforce Planning activities).
Ensure P&C services are effectively meeting the needs of the organization.
In partnership with other P&C managers, develop and implement employee advisory and consulting practices, with emphasis on addressing all aspects of the employment relationship and terms of employment and developing standard operating procedures, practices and tools.
Ensure compliance with internal P&C policies and practices, and with relevant labor and employment legislation.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition with a strong focus on acquiring and retaining top talent and building talent pipeline against business need.
Provide coaching and advice on career development, recruitment practices, succession planning, compensation and performance management, diversity & inclusion and other P&C practices.
As required in partnership with Employee Relations, lead and conduct investigations regarding violations of our company’s standards of conduct etc.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Associate Business Partner role at lululemon?

The primary focus is to be a credible business-oriented solution provider and trusted partner, supporting global business functions across the SSC and driving talent management, employee relations, and change management within the organization.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have 10+ years of experience in P&C Business Partner/generalist roles, strong knowledge of employment law, business acumen, data analysis skills, and strong communication and relationship-building abilities, among other qualifications.

Is there a specific location preference for this position?

Yes, this position is based in Los Angeles.

What is the salary range for the Associate Business Partner position?

The typical hiring range for this position is from $103,500 - $135,900 annually, depending on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

What kind of benefits does lululemon offer to its employees?

Benefits include extended health and dental benefits, mental health plans, paid time off, savings and retirement plan matching, a generous employee discount, fitness and yoga classes, parenthood top-up, and an extensive catalog of development courses.

What is the workplace arrangement for this role?

This role is classified as Hybrid, requiring in-person collaboration for at least 3 days per week, with the remaining work able to be performed remotely.

Does lululemon provide training and development opportunities?

Yes, lululemon offers extensive development course offerings, mentorship programs, and leadership series to support employee growth and career development.

Are there any specific cultural values that candidates should align with?

Yes, candidates should embrace choice, possess an entrepreneurial spirit, communicate with honesty and kindness, lead with courage, foster connections by putting people first, and integrate fun and joy into their work.

lululemon

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) is a healthy lifestyle inspired athletic apparel company for yoga, running, training, and most other sweaty pursuits, creating transformational products and experiences which enable people to live a life they love. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional designs, lululemon works with yogis and athletes in local communities for continuous research and product feedback. https://corporate.lululemon.com/careers