HR Generalist

Our client, a leading company in the pharmaceutical sector, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organisation, working onsite to support key HR initiatives and drive a high-performing workplace culture. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer for the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of HR strategies to align with organizational goals.
• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused HR services tailored to business needs.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on both HR and broader business issues.
• Build strong, effective partnerships with managers to ensure HR needs are met within each function.
• Offer expert advice on HR matters, working collaboratively with internal subject-matter experts to design appropriate solutions.
• Implement HR programs, policies, and procedures that foster a positive and high-performing workplace culture.
• Lead and coordinate HR-related programs such as employee orientation, wellness initiatives, and benefits information sessions.
• Partner with business leaders to identify and implement strategies addressing employee engagement, change management, and retention.
• Manage all aspects of payroll administration on-site, ensuring accuracy and compliance in pay and benefits.
• Oversee relationships with external vendors, including benefit providers and Occupational Health partners.
• Coordinate all elements of the onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Deliver and facilitate the HR module within the new hire induction program.
• Monitor and manage time and attendance systems, including oversight of employee leave of absence processes.
• Maintain and update the quarterly HR metrics dashboard for reporting to local leadership and in business reviews.
• Handle daily HR administrative tasks, including generating salary certificates, reference letters, and social welfare documents.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); prior Workday experience preferred.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry beneficial
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong service orientation