Job Role: Junior People Advisor (Retail)

Reporting to: People Manager (Retail)

 

Location: Head Office, White City Place, West London

 

Contract type: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week 

 

​

 

​

 

​

 

About Us:

 

ME+EM is one of the UK’s fastest-growing luxury fashion brands. In addition to a thriving global digital presence, we operate flagship stores in London and Edinburgh, concessions within Harrods and Selfridges, and have recently expanded with new store openings in the U.S.​​​

 

​

 

At ME+EM we are an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate group of people. We work hard, are enthusiastic to learn and are not afraid to take risks. Everyone contributes to our success at all levels, and that precisely what makes being a member of the team so rewarding. 

 

​

 

​

 

Our office and stores are always busy and fast paced, but we work just as hard to make sure it’s fun, with social activities and biannual parties. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and welcoming and ensure that everyone’s hard work is rewarded. It takes all these things to build a strong, successful business and our door is always open to new talent ready to contribute to our growth and evolution.

 

​

 

​

 

​

 

​

 

About the Role:

 

ME+EM are looking for a proactive Junior People Advisor to join our People team and play a key role in delivering an exceptional people experience across our retail community. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to grow their HR expertise while making a real impact day-to-day. This role offers the chance to broaden your HR experience, get involved in a wide variety of people projects, and grow your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking team. If you’re ready to bring fresh ideas, roll up your sleeves, and make a difference—we’d love to hear from you.

 

​

 

​

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Be the first point of contact for retail teams, providing clear and confident advice on policies and procedures.

• Support with employee relations cases (probations, absence, performance) and escalate where needed.

• Take notes and provide support during investigations and hearings.

• Own key people processes across the employee lifecycle – from onboarding to contract changes.

• Keep PeopleHR records accurate, confidential, and up to date.

• Assist in recruiting entry-level roles and support managers through the process.

• Contribute to reporting, data analysis, and compliance with UK employment law.

• Help refresh policies, handbooks, and internal documentation.

• Support training, engagement, and development initiatives across the business.

• Collaborate with payroll, external partners, and the wider People team on projects and improvements.

​

 

​

 

Skills:

 

• Experience in a People Coordinator/Advisor role.

• Strong admin skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Great communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Organised, adaptable, and able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment.

• CIPD Level 3 (or working towards it) preferred.

• A discreet and professional approach when handling sensitive information.

​

 

​

 

Employee Benefits:

 

• 33 days annual leave for full time employees (25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays)

• ​A day off to celebrate your birthday. 

• ​Pension Scheme

• ​Group Life Insurance

• ​Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• ​Length of Service Award

• ​Refer a Friend Scheme

• ​Staff uniform for retail employees

• ​Generous Staff and Friends and Family Discount

• ​Annual Volunteer Day

• ​Cycle to Work Scheme

• ​Tech Scheme

• ​Eye Care Vouchers

• ​Real Living Wage Employer

• ​Employee led committees

• Social events and biannual parties

• Enhanced maternity and paternity package after 2 years of service. 

​

 

​

 

​

 

​

 

​ME+EM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workforce. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we do not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our workforce and strengthens our organisation. Therefore, we encourage minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities to apply for opportunities within our company.
 

 

​

 

​

 

 

 

​

 

​

 

​

 

​Please note, due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only reply to those that are successful to the next stage.