Responsibilities / Tasks
Location: Eastleigh (on-site)
Scope: Responsible for all HR topics across the Pharma & Food Applications (PFA) division in the UK & Ireland
1. Act as a trusted HR business partner to managers across the assigned PFA division in the UK & Ireland
2. Take responsibility for and contribute to HR processes across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance management, talent development, compensation, and related activities
3. Lead and support organisational change initiatives, including the further development of structures, teams, and company culture
4. Provide practical, consistent, and legally compliant advice on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation across the UK & Ireland
5. Execute global HR projects at a local level
6. Support the delivery and execution of global HR governance processes, including position approvals, compensation changes, Perform & Grow, Leadership Review, and related initiatives
7. Support managers with operational planning and people-related decision-making
8. Work closely with local HR colleagues, the HR Shared Service Center, and Centres of Excellence
9. Take responsibility for the People Partner “Reward & Benefits” building block for the UK & Ireland
Your Profile / Qualifications
10. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field
11. CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent)
12. Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a senior HR advisory role
13. Strong knowledge of UK and Irish employment law, HR frameworks, and people practices
14. Significant experience across generalist HR functions, including employee relations case management
15. Experience supporting organisational change initiatives and managing complex HR cases
16. Experience working in an international HR environment with diverse cultural contexts
17. Structured way of working, strong analytical skills, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach
18. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
19. Willingness to travel within the assigned area of responsibility
20. Experience using HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and reporting tools