People Support

We have a core belief that our toxic, sedentary lifestyles are making humans, and the planet, sick. So we’re on a mission to change it.

We’re a bunch of outsiders, dreamers, entrepreneurs, rebels and activists who fight for full regeneration of our people and planet.

We are a footwear company, a health and wellbeing company, and an evolving bunch of activists. And we’re searching for brilliant humans with exceptional skills and talent to help us make this dream into a reality.

Does the shoe fit? Read on…

As we continue to grow and evolve we are keen to expand our People team by brining in a People Team Support.  You'll be the backbone of our gang and will be someone who loves getting themselves and others organised, have a real passion for HR and a desire to carve out a career in this area.  You'll feel aligned to our mission  of becoming a regenerative business and be a confident communicator who strives to get the job done.

If you want a career in HR / People and feel like the below works for you then read on...

What you'll be doing (although there will be other bits too)

People Administrative Processes & Systems Management

Draft all employee change paperwork 

Act as first responder and investigator to all queries in the People inbox 

Update UK payroll instructions each month 

Collate people data for reporting purposes 

Running of weekly engagement poll and communicating results to weekly host

Contribute to People Team B-Corp efforts

Benefits Management

Act as the first responder to queries 

Provide support to People Advisor for pre-onboarding processes

Administrative duties relating to New Hires and Leavers

Support Talent Lead daily on job brief, application management and booking interviews 

What you'll need to apply...

2+ Years experience in Administration where you've dealt with Internal and External Stakeholders 

A keen interest to have a career in HR or maybe you've already stared in HR and want to progress in a company you love

You'll need to be a highly competent communicator able to deal with people at all levels of experience both verbally and written

You'll ideally live near our Bristol HQ (well it's about 30 mins outside and you'll need a car or a bike)

What you'll get in return

1.Healthcare (Vitality): Private company healthcare (Medical history disregarded), offering 'staying active' perks & medical cover for you and any nominated dependents living at the same address as you, and a death in service policy with Canada life (x6 payout of your gross salary).

2.Pension plan (Royal London): You will be automatically enrolled on to the pension plan when you join - currently at 5% employer contribution.

3.Holidays: 25 holidays per full calendar year + paid UK bank holidays. Each employee also gets their birthday off to celebrate, and a further 4 leave days per calendar year to spend on volunteering, getting out in nature, or focusing on wellbeing.

4.Vivo events: We have some wonderful company events open to all, including events inside and outside of the UK, with travel and accommodation paid for. Some notable examples are swimrun competitions, company retreats, and wilderness retreats. We also come together to celebrate the seasonal equinoxes and solstices, and host company gatherings 4 times a year to celebrate the change in season.

5.Livebarefoot Awards: These are awards given to employees who have best embodied the Vivo values, and winners are given an additional top up of that year's personal allowance.

6.Shoes (of course!): 3 new starter pairs & further free shoes for yourself or family/friends throughout the year. A 70% off personal discount + access to a 30% off family and friends code.

7.Cycle scheme and car rental scheme available through payroll.

Following probation, each Vivoer also have access to a;

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2. Personal allowance: Up to £1,000 per person, per FYyear (pro-rated based on start date). This allowance is to support eachVivoer truly living barefoot and doing epic things. It can be used on allthings relating to your wellness, personal development, or hobbies.
   

Vivobarefoot believes that diversity is the essence of its ecosystem. We encourage  diversity of thought and believe that it enables creativity and innovation to flourish. Our mission is to create a fair and equitable workplace where people thrive and are empowered to become their true selves at work. We believe that feedback and fostering collaboration will allow employees to blaze new trails and enjoy every aspect of the Vivobarefoot community.

Every opportunity for recruiting a new member of the Vivobarefoot family should be an opportunity for us to introduce fresh perspectives, talent and skills into our community. Therefore, our commitment is to recruit  regardless of race, colour, nationality, religion, sexual orientation,  mental health illness, disability, marital or parental status, national or social origin, gender identity,  age or any other characteristics protected by law. We look forward to walking this barefoot journey with you!