Ergomed Hiring for HR Manager / Senior HR Generalist – Part Time at Guildford Full Time

Ergomed PLC is a rapidly expanding full service mid-sized CRO specialising in Oncology and Rare Disease.

Since its foundation in 1997 the company has grown organically and steadily by making strategic investments and landmark acquisitions, with operations in Europe, North America and Asia

Our company allows for employee visibility (you have a voice!) creative contribution and realistic career development.

We have nourished a true international culture here at Ergomed.

We value employee experience, well-being and mental health and we acknowledge that a healthy work life balance is a critical factor for employee satisfaction and in turn nurtures an environment from which a high-quality client service can be achieved.

Come and join us in this exciting journey to make a positive impact in patient’s lives.

Job Description

Ergomed is recruiting for a HR Manager / Senior HR Generalist to work 3 or 4 days per week to support HR in France, Germany, Portugal, Italy, and other countries aligned to business growth.

The HR Manager / Senior HR Generalist supports the Head of Human Resources (HR) Operations, HRBPs and other HR colleagues in regard to the operations of the department, including implementation of HR programs in alignment with the organization’s strategy and culture.

The HR Manager / Senior HR Generalist also supports the achievement of the talent strategy, ensuring the HR department drives the attraction, engagement, and retention of the right talent for success.

Duties and Responsibilities:–

Support and advise employees on HR policy, ensuring compliance to the company’s policies for the above countries

Serve as an escalation point for employee relations issues and provide guidance and intervention, as needed

Coach managers on handling disciplinary issues, work-related conflict and performance concerns; assist with the development of performance improvement plans

Partnering with senior operational staff, to establish and roll-out people-related strategy

Leads the development of new Country HR policies in conjunction with other HR colleagues where needed

Supports in regard to establishing a Works Council in relevant countries aligned to applicable legislation

Supports in regard to establishing the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Company, and to utilise this to align with development of respective Policies for relevant countries

Executes all activities related to employee life cycle

Implement & coordinate performance appraisal processes

Facilitates employee engagement and people programs

Deliver International employment solutions when needed

Qualifications

Extensive experience in Human Resources.

Hands-on employee relations experience with exposure to career / performance management and compensation

Knowledge of Employment Law in France including knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements in-country, or the principles of these Agreements

French and / or German language skills would be preferable, although not essential

Additional HR experience in other Western European countries is an advantage.

Excellent oral and written communication skillsets along with strong interpersonal skills

Comfort with conflict management & ability to navigate through complex issues

Track record of working creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

Ideally experience within an international service company

Experience of the Clinical Research industry would be especially welcome

Additional Information

We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating an equal opportunities workplace and a human-centric environment where people of all cultural backgrounds, genders and ages can contribute and grow.

To succeed we must work together with a human first approach. Why? because our people are our greatest strength leading to our continued success on improving the lives of those around us.

We offer:
Training and career development opportunities internally

Strong emphasis on personal and professional growth

Friendly, supportive working environment

Opportunity to work with colleagues based all over the world, with English as the company language

Our core values are key to how we operate, and if you feel they resonate with you then Ergomed is a great company to join!

Quality

Integrity & Trust

Drive & Passion

Agility & Responsiveness

Belonging

Collaborative Partnerships

We look forward to welcoming your application.