Job Introduction
About us
At DFS Group, we’re proud to help people create spaces they love to live in. We’re home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company: three brands with their own personalities, brought together by a shared mission.
Behind our brands is a passionate Group team. From Finance and Technology to People, Marketing and Supply Chain, our Group functions power everything we do. They create the foundations that allow our brands to thrive, innovate and grow.
Whether you’re supporting our brands or serving our customers, the mindset that connects us means we expect more of ourselves and each other. It means every customer is our favourite, every voice is valued, and every interaction is one we’re proud of.
When you’re part of a community that shares your way of thinking, the wins feel bigger. The effort feels worth it. It’s a place where people stay because they feel valued, and find room to grow because they’re challenged.
About the role
A people professional who effectively partners key Retail leaders through support and challenge, bringing data-led insights, and contributing to the delivery of a high-impact People Plan.
Covering the South retail stores 2-3 times per week,covering from Cambridge, down to the South Coast, including South Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic Ireland
What you’ll be responsible for
Collaborating with Retail Leaders and the People function Centres of Excellence to co-design and execute a people plan within their function that meets operational needs and priorities, whilst also aligning with the broader Group People Strategy.
Supporting leaders across the full colleague life cycle and partner with Centre's of Excellence (ER, Reward, L&D, Inclusion), ensuring leaders make the right decisions for the business.
Be a highly visible presence across the area being partnered prioritising building strong relationships with leaders and line managers.
Acting as a "critical friend" and coach to leaders, influencing people-led decisions to improve engagement, productivity, and retention, through a combination of effective support and challenge
Supporting key change management initiatives to ensure the business remains agile and effective.
Leading talent development and succession planning within area of accountability to build a robust pipeline of future leaders for the organisation.
We’re looking for someone who has
Has the ability to translate business goals into people initiatives that deliver a tangible bottom-line impact.
Is an expert at analysing people metrics to diagnose risks, identify trends, and evaluate opportunities.
The ability to influence & challenge with your exceptional stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge the status quo and navigate complex professional relationships.
A "can-do" mindset with the flexibility to pivot between high-level strategy and hands-on operational support
A proven track record in HR partnering, with significant expertise within Employee Relations, Reward, and Talent Management.
Extensive experience providing credible, business-focused advice to senior stakeholders and managers.
A demonstrated passion for building inclusive, high-performance workplace cultures.
CIPD membership or equivalent professional experience can be of value
Don't let it discourage you if you don't have all of this experience, it's a guideline that will help you hit the ground running. If the role sounds like it would be a great fit for you and you're confident that it suits you, we'd love you to apply.
Room to grow
Everyone at DFS Group begins with a structured induction designed to help you understand our brands, our culture and how we work together.
From day one, you will have access to our online Learning Hub, filled with digital courses, tools and resources to support your development.
For leaders, we offer virtual workshops focused on building confident, capable leadership. We also run skills-based workshops to strengthen core capabilities across the business.
Colleagues can also undertake nationally recognised qualifications through our apprenticeship programmes, giving you the opportunity to gain external accreditation while you grow your career with us.
Our DFS Group benefits
We believe great work deserves great support. That’s why we offer benefits that help you grow, feel looked after, and enjoy life beyond work. Here’s what we have to offer:
22 days holiday, plus the option to buy up to 5 more
Enhanced family leave, with up to 20 weeks at 90% pay after one year, or 10 weeks at 90% if you’ve been with us less than a year
Health cash plan from £2 a month, with everyday cashback
Employee Assistance Programme for support when you need it
Extras like flu vouchers, menopause support and health check
Pension with company contributions
Life assurance for peace of mind
Sharesave scheme to save each month and invest in our future
Structured induction from day one
Access to our Learning Hub and skills workshops
Leadership development and apprenticeship programmes
30% colleague discount, plus 15% for friends and family, three times a year
Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
SmartTech scheme to buy tech up to £1,000 through salary sacrifice
Cycle to Work scheme for bikes and accessories up to £1,500
Electric vehicle lease scheme with Octopus to help you save and reduce your impact
One paid volunteering day each year
Equal opportunities
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and makes room for different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
We turn that commitment into action through colleague networks, trusted partnerships and recognised accessibility initiatives such as the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.
If your experience does not quite match every part of the role, we’d still love to hear from you.
If you need any adjustments or additional support during the application process, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]and we will be happy to help.