SR HR Generalist

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

 The Sr. HR Generalist will serve as a consultative partner and subject matter expert within Associate Connect in areas of advanced associate relations matters, HR programs and services, talent lifecycle processes, and performance management. This role will support our Home Office and Stores function and will be located in DC3. 

 Responsibilities

People Services Delivery 
•    Provides advice and counsel to associates and people leaders on associate relations, absence management and performance management.
•    Identify and assess trends and risk within organization to drive initiatives, policy improvements and overall culture.
•    Collaborate with Tier leaders, HR Business Partners and people leaders on associate relations, performance management and trends impacting area of support.
•    Ensure policies, procedure and practices are adhered to in compliance with federal, state, and/or municipal laws
Culture, Change & Engagement
•    Deliver Best-in-Class HR experience to associates using effective communication through high volume interactions face-to-face, by phone and through written channels.
•    Support and complete HR and change initiatives in a fast-paced retail environment.
Strategic Leadership 
•    Execute and lead the upskilling and reskilling of team members on strategies and solutions including the relaunch of existing HR initiatives or the introduction of new concepts
HR Strategy Implementation 
•    Support development and execution of a human resources strategy and services that corresponds with the company’s goals to strengthen and sustain the company.
 

 

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We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cli%3ERobust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. 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Job Details
Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Columbus
Work Locations: L Brands Home Office., Three Limited Parkway, Columbus, 43230
Job: Talent Management
Organization: BBW Home Office
Schedule: Regular
Shift: Standard
Employee Status: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Full-time
Job Level: Day Job
Job Posting: Oct 9, 2026, 2:01:46 PM
Pay Range: 83,000.00, 122,100.00