HR Business Partner

Position

A master in the Art of Fusion, respecting the tradition and creative vision of the 21st century, Swiss watchmaker Hublot places innovation at the heart of its growth strategy. Driven by a young spirit, resolutely looking to the future, Hublot's teams are constantly looking for innovative concepts, which is Hublot’s trademark. Beyond the development of major watchmaking complications, Hublot is associated with the biggest names in the world of sport, through collaborations with FIFA, UEFA, Kylian Mbappé, Pelé, Usain Bolt and many more. Hublot touches on many varied fields including music - with the famous virtuoso pianist Lang Lang as well as DJ Snake - and art with Daniel Arsham, Samuel Ross or Sang Bleu, among others.

Based in Miami, we are looking for a:

HR Business Partner (M/W/X)

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will act as the primary HR contact for Hublot’s U.S. operations, supporting retail (boutiques), corporate teams, field management, and operational leadership. This role partners closely with leaders to align business objectives with HR solutions, ensure compliance with U.S. federal and state employment laws, and promote a high-performance, people-centric culture consistent with Hublot’s values and standards.

The ideal candidate is proactive, business-oriented, culturally agile, and comfortable operating within a luxury retail environment.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with U.S. leadership to understand business priorities and translate them into HR initiatives.
• Act as a consultant and coach to managers on organizational structure, workforce planning, and team effectiveness.
Support global HR initiatives and ensure alignment with Hublot HQ while adapting appropriately to the U.S. market.

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for corporate and retail positions (management and non-management).
• Build strong talent pipelines and maintain relationships with top industry candidates.
• Partner with store leadership on staffing models, seasonal hiring, and turnover mitigation strategies.
Ensure job descriptions and compensation ranges follow U.S. benchmarks and internal equity.

• Serve as the main point of contact for employee relations in the U.S.
• Conduct fair, consistent investigations in accordance with U.S. employment law and internal policies.
• Advise management on performance issues, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, etc.) and maintain required documentation.

• Oversee the annual performance review cycle and calibration process.
• Coach managers in goal-setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Identify training needs and partner with HQ/LVMH Learning teams to deliver appropriate programs.
Support succession planning and leadership development.

• Partner with the compensation team on salary reviews, bonus administration, and market competitiveness.
• Provide guidance to employees on benefits, leave of absence policies, and wellness offerings.
Ensure correct classification of exempt/non-exempt positions and adherence to wage & hour regulations.

• Oversee HR processes including onboarding, HRIS data integrity, I-9/E-Verify compliance, payroll coordination (in partnership with Finance), and exit processes.
• Produce HR metrics and dashboards (turnover, headcount, absenteeism, DEI indicators, etc.).
Ensure accurate employee records and adherence to data privacy rules.

• Champion Hublot’s culture and values across the U.S. network.
• Support local engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and internal events.
• Act as a bridge between HQ Switzerland and U.S. teams to foster cross-cultural alignment.

Profile

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a HR Business Partner or Generalist role.
• Experience supporting retail or luxury consumer goods strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal & state employment laws.
• Demonstrated experience with employee relations investigations and coaching managers.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.
• Fluency in English required; any other language is a strong plus.
Proficiency with HRIS.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hublot is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.