HR Business Partner (HRBP) and Talent Lead

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

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Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica

Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible.

Your Role:

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) and Talent Lead plays a dual role in driving strategic HR initiatives and leading talent management efforts across the organization. As a trusted advisor to business leaders, the HRBP aligns people strategies with business goals, while also spearheading talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to build a high-performing and future-ready workforce.

Your Responsibilities:

HR Business Partnering:

• Partners with business leaders/Department Managers to align HR strategies with operational goals.
• Provides guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and change management.
• Supports employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy compliance.
• Drives performance management processes and support leadership development.
• Analyzes HR metrics to inform decisions and improve employee experience.

Talent Lead Responsibilities:

• Leads the end-to-end talent strategy including acquisition, onboarding, development, and retention, with strong collaboration with Regional Talent Lead on defined goals and strategies.
• Provides regular reporting requirements to the Region.
• Collaborates with hiring managers to define talent needs and ensure timely, high-quality recruitment.
• Oversees succession planning and career pathing initiatives.
• Champions employer branding and employee value proposition efforts.
• Facilitates talent reviews and support high-potential employee development programs.

Regional Coordination:

• Functionally reports to the Regional Talent Lead, ensuring alignment with regional goals, frameworks, and talent strategies.
• Participates in regional talent activities and contribute to cross-country initiatives.
• Implements regional talent programs locally and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensures consistency in talent practices across markets while adapting to local needs.

Safety and Company Policy Management:

• Strictly implements Company’s Code of Conduct, Safety Policies and Safety Measures and mandated by EH&S and involvement on the generation of action plans to all Safety audit findings.

A Portrait of a Perfect Candidate:

• Bachelors degree or higher in Psychology, HR Management, Business Management or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including HRBP and talent management roles, preferably from a manufacturing facility.
• Strong understanding of HR practices, labor laws, and talent development frameworks.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.