Associate HR Director

About This Role

Providing support and guidance to less experienced members of the HR team in their day-to-day operational roles is a core part of this position. The Associate HR Director supports the continuous improvement of the HR function through the development and implementation of HR programs in an assigned geography or business line. As an HR Business Partner, with guidance, this role provides expertise, support, and advice to assigned management teams either locally, regionally, globally, or by function.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong and effective team relationships with HR specialist functions/Centers of Excellence, such as HRPSC and Finance PSC
• Manage budget and expenses within assigned budget allocations
• Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities related to employment legislation, HR systems, practices, procedures, and compliance
• Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities for the day-to-day development of redesign and new local and global HR initiatives
• Provide HR Partnering management coaching and counseling
• Act as Business Partner to assigned business areas and ensure that HR delivery adds value to the business
• Provide input and assist in or lead efforts associated with change management efforts involving reorganizations, mergers/acquisitions, and transfers to ensure compliance with local legislation
• Provide reports and analyses as requested by senior management
• Provide advice and guidance on all aspects related to people management, absenteeism, workforce planning, talent development and management, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 6+ years' of experience within an HR function as generalist or combination of generalist and specialist experience, including experience operating with senior/executive management teams required
• Sound knowledge of local and relevant employment legislation
• Strong knowledge of CRO, CSO, or pharmaceutical and other related business industries
• Excellent leadership skills within a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving with sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Expert coaching and counseling skills
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and HRIS applications
• Organization and project management skills
• Effective influencing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and very good interpersonal skills
• Very high degree of discretion and confidentiality
• Good attention to detail
• Good ability to work in a matrix environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients