Job Specifications
ABOUT US
Thom Browne is widely recognized for challenging and modernizing today’s uniform: the suit. By questioning traditional proportions, Browne’s designs consistently convey a true American sensibility rooted in quality craftsmanship and precise tailoring. We pride ourselves on our core values of respect and collaboration, challenging ourselves to express creativity and continuously innovate. We attract ambitious individuals who operate in unique ways while upholding exceptional craftsmanship and excellence.
THE ROLE
The Vice President of Global Human Resources for Thom Browne will provide long-term strategic leadership and vision to shape the company’s people strategy and organizational capability across all regions. This role will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team, driving policies, programs, and practices that attract, develop, engage, and retain exceptional talent globally. Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP of HR will lead a global HR organization and oversee key partnerships with external payroll providers, professional employer organizations, and legal counsel.
Talent Management:
Partner with senior leadership to shape talent and leadership strategy across hiring, onboarding, and leadership development
Build and govern succession planning and leadership pipeline frameworks to ensure long-term continuity across critical roles and markets
Advise and coach leaders on performance leadership, development planning, feedback, and stretch opportunities to accelerate growth and engagement
Lead global leadership and management development initiatives in partnership with executive coaches and external providers
Coach managers on effective goal setting and routinely audit employee goals to ensure clarity, accountability, and alignment with performance expectations
Lead and oversee the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) process, ensuring consistency, fairness, and timely resolution across the organization
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding:
Shape and evolve global talent acquisition strategy to build enduring pipelines of high-potential and high-performing talent aligned with the company’s long-term vision
Provide leadership oversight for executive and critical hiring, partnering with senior leaders on succession planning and strategic workforce priorities
Partner closely with leaders to define role success profiles and assess leadership capability, cultural alignment, and long-term potential
Set global standards for interviewing and assessment excellence, coaching leaders to make thoughtful, inclusive, and high-impact hiring decisions
Establish accountability for onboarding and leadership integration to drive engagement, performance, and retention over time
Lead employer branding and strategic academic and institutional partnerships to strengthen the organization’s talent brand and future leadership pipelines
Company Culture & Employee Relations:
Build trusted relationships across the organization and Group functions to foster an engaging, collaborative, and high-performing working environment
Act as a steward of the Thom Browne culture and values, ensuring consistent alignment, communication, and ethical standards across the global organization
Champion a high-performance, inclusive, and creative culture that reflects the brand’s vision and elevates the employee experience
Maintain senior relationships with international offices across Europe and Asia, serving as a primary HR partner for PEO providers, employment counsel, and immigration advisors
Oversee global employee relations and compliance to ensure alignment with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company standards
Partner with Legal and Finance to shape and govern company-wide HR policies that support business growth and operational excellence
Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that strengthen fairness, belonging, and representation across the organization
Lead engagement and retention strategies, leveraging data and insights to sustain high performance and reduce turnover
Compensation & Benefits:
Lead global compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, and alignment with business and talent priorities
Design and govern total rewards and incentive frameworks to attract and retain critical talent while reinforcing performance and leadership accountability
Oversee enterprise-wide pay equity and compensation governance across functions, levels, and geographies
Partner with business leaders to align bonus and incentive programs with financial performance, leadership effectiveness, and collaboration
Provide executive oversight of benefits administration and open enrollment in partnership with PEO providers
Ensure full alignment with Zegna Group compensation, benefits, and governance policies
Oversee workforce planning, headcount governance, and ESG people reporting
Own HR controls and ICFR compliance within the peop
About the Company
Thom Browne is widely recognized for challenging and modernizing today’s uniform: the suit. By questioning traditional proportions, Browne’s designs consistently convey a true American sensibility rooted in quality craftsmanship and precise tailoring. In 2001, Browne began his business with five suits in a small “by appointment” shop in New York City’s West Village and, in the years following, expanded his business to include complete ready-to-wear and accessories collections for both men (2003) and women (2011). Browne has ...
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