Senior People & Culture Advisor (Hrbp)

Description & Requirements
who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
About This Team
The People and Culture Senior Advisors partner with people managers and employees to accomplish business objectives through the application of thoughtful, intentional and innovative people support. They act as a People and Culture expert delivering frontline counsel and guidance in all areas of talent management. Additionally, they partner with business managers and cross-functional partners to deal with various queries and resolve issues autonomously, inclusive of all P&C matters. This role reports into Director, P&C Business Partnering for Global Fulfillment and supports all roles within Global Fulfillment/Distribution based in their market. The Senior Advisors also support and drive network wide strategic initiatives and programs.
a day in the life

• In partnership with benefits team, support Managers with accommodation request cases and follow up with internal and external partners on progression of each file including return to work planning.
• Provide advice in relation to involuntary separation requests from managers to ensure compliance with company culture and practices, determine legal exposure by verifying applicable legislation, and make a recommendation to leadership on how to proceed.
• In partnership with People and Culture Centers of Excellence, facilitate training to the business for P&C programs (eg. annual performance management review, Compensation /Bonus/ Equity) as required.
• Partners with People and Culture Specialist on people analytics reporting in order to communicate data to inform and support decision-making.
• As required in partnership with People Practices, lead and conduct investigations regarding violations of our company's standards of conduct.
• This role will be primarily based out of our LA Distribution Center in Ontario, California.
• Provide coaching and advice on career development, recruitment practices, succession planning, compensation and performance management, diversity & inclusion and other human resource practices.
• Provide effective and timely first line P&C support and counsel to employee and manager inquiries on various P&C related topics including assisting to interpret defined P&C policies and procedures.
• Support Managers through coaching on performance management and improvement in order to assist in the creation/follow-up of action plans around improving employee's performance.
• Support with delivery of annual people programs including PACE, bi-annual compensation review, promotion exercises and bonus programs.
• Lead and partner on initiatives and projects that impact the employee experience within the Global Fulfillment/Distribution network.
• Support operational workforce planning and support hiring managers to determine resourcing needs and develop necessary information to support job leveling and compensation to prepare for hiring.
• The role will need schedule flexibility to meet business continuity and serve all employee shifts.
• Conduct exit interviews to identify issues in the team/department and provide recommendation on action plans for improvement.
• Monitor employee engagement and provide advice and recommendation on action plans to build on strengths and address areas of dis-satisfaction.
• Prepare and administer termination notices and related documentation around termination of employment.
• Ensure that all Workday people transactions and reporting is completed in a timely manner along with general P&C administration management in partnership with People Experiences support team.
• In partnership with the People Practices team, ensure compliance for all corporate policies & procedures, all federal, state and local laws and corporate P&C related matters are proactively researched and managed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work from the lululemon LA Distribution Center in Ontario, California.
• Deep understanding of Employment Labor Law and employment equity regulations, specifically local and state.
• Passion for the employee experience and is energized to regularly walk the warehouse floor and foster connection and an open-door culture with all employees
• Decision-making skills with a deep understanding of employee relations, people management and training
• A minimum of 1 year of experience leading or partnering to drive strategic people initiatives
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask
• Broad human resource knowledge and ability to facilitate the delivery of People and Culture advisory services to the business
• Personal responsibility to see issues through to resolution and meticulous attention to detail.
• Conceptual thinker with fantastic organizational and conflict management skills.
• 5-7 years progressive generalist or similar relatable experience

must haves

• 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.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
• 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.

Additional Notes
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.
Compensation And Benefits Package
For California Applicants: lululemon’s compensation offerings are rooted in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position in California is from $75,100-$98,600 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our competitive Total Rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus offering and equity offerings , subject to program eligibility requirements.  
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:  

• Fitness & yoga classes
• Paid time off
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Generous employee discount
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
• Parenthood top-up

Note: Availability of the incentive programs, benefits, and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.