Head of People (m/w/d) - Munich Headquarters

About Giorgio Armani Group

The Giorgio Armani Group stands among the top luxury fashion companies worldwide, based in Milan. The brand Giorgio Armani represents Italian fashion excellence and timeless style. As a family-owned enterprise with global operations, the company designs, produces, and markets luxury fashion and lifestyle products internationally.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for Human Resources activities across Germany and Austria providing strategic and operational guidance, leading and mentoring the local HR team.
• Design and execute effective recruitment plans, manage hiring for key roles, and cultivate a robust talent pipeline.
• Supervise payroll processing, benefits management—including health coverage, company vehicles, and pension schemes—and ensure adherence to local tax and social security laws.
• Manage the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to performance evaluation, development, retention, and separation processes.
• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the Executive Management Team and as a trusted consultant to line managers on all workforce-related topics.
• Collaborate closely with Milan Headquarters to align locally developed HR strategies with the group's global policies.
• Maintain constructive engagement with the Works Council to guarantee employee representation and support social partnership efforts.
• Lead the annual performance appraisal and salary adjustment processes and offer salary and retention guidance to Headquarters.
• Handle employee relations including legal employment issues, conflict resolution, and cooperation with Works Council and external bodies.
• Drive organizational development and change management projects, aiding the roll-out of new structures and international HR programs.
• Implement and oversee HRIS systems, conduct HR data analysis and reporting, and deliver HR metrics aiding business decision-making.
• Work alongside the Commercial Director, COO, and the international HR team to shape and execute a progressive People Strategy.

Qualifications and Profile

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field.
• Extensive leadership experience in HR, preferably within international retail, fashion, or luxury industries.
• Demonstrated strengths in talent acquisition, management, performance review, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of German labor law; familiarity with Austrian labor regulations is advantageous.
• Experience in payroll, compensation & benefits, and ensuring HR compliance.
• Proven ability to lead complex HR initiatives and change projects in an international context.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and advisory skills with proven capability to build trust at all levels.
• Strong resilience, strategic mindset, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial spirit paired with a practical, organized, and solution-focused work style.
• Advanced skills in HR information systems and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Fluent in German and English; Italian language skills are a plus.

What We Offer

• Work within a globally respected luxury brand with a rich Italian heritage.
• Engage in a dynamic, international, and diverse workplace culture valuing respect and inclusion.
• Competitive remuneration package complemented by contemporary benefits.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Giorgio Armani is dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. We welcome comprehensive applications that reflect your qualifications and experiences.