senior HR manager

about the job

extreme cashmere is dedicated to creating the ultimate cashmere wardrobe for everybody and every body. our brand reinvents classic styles in surprising colours and shapes, offering unisex and unisize designs that endure. timeless, built for longevity, extreme cashmere is a global brand, supplying over 300 premium luxury retailers worldwide. we have a brick-and-mortar presence, with our own stores in amsterdam, new york and st moritz.

to support the next phase of international growth, we are looking for a seasoned HR business partner to take full ownership of the day-to-day HR responsibilities.

the role

as sr. HR manager, you’ll own the full HR function and steer daily people operations, acting as a true business partner to management and employees, ensuring that our people processes run smoothly, gradually strengthening structure, clarity and consistency across the organisation.

this role suits a senior HR professional who combines hands-on execution with a natural sense for building sustainable frameworks in a creative, entrepreneurial and international environment. please note: this is a stand-alone position. you will be our sole HR professional, without a team, and fully responsible for the entire HR scope.

the responsibilities

people operations

• act as first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters

• manage personnel administration, including contracts, employee records and documentation

• support recruitment processes

• coordinate onboarding, offboarding and internal transitions

• support absence management and liaise with occupational health providers

• assist in performance and review processes

• ensure compliance with labour law, internal policies and HR best practices (national and international, where applicable)

building an HR strategy

• contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and processes

• help structure and improve HR practices in line with organisational growth

• support initiatives around culture, engagement and employer branding

• identify HR needs arising from growth and translate them into practical solutions

• participate in HR projects related to scaling, internationalisation and talent development

profile

• degree at university level (bachelor or higher) in HRM, business administration or a related field

• a minimum of 10 years of experience in HR, ideally as an HR business partner or senior generalist, preferably in a growing or international organisation

• strong operational HR skills and proven business partnering combined with a structured, thoughtful approach

• able to work independently as a sole HR player, without a team, while remaining closely connected to the organisation

• discreet, reliable and people-oriented

• comfortable operating in a creative, fashion-driven environment

• experienced in the rhythm of a founder-led, scaling business — able to balance flexibility and structure while contributing to long-term foundations.

• fluent in english; dutch is a strong advantage

what we offer

• a meaningful HR role within a distinctive international fashion brand

• the opportunity to help shape and professionalize HR as the organization grows

• a collaborative, creative and entrepreneurial working environment

• short decision lines and a high level of responsibility

• competitive employment conditions aligned with experience

• a pivotal role within a fast-growing fashion brand where your work directly shapes our global presence and future growth

• a competitive salary

• an office in the centre of Amsterdam

• daily lunch by our in-house chef