Head of HR (f/m/x) - Hiring Now

Our client aspires to provide billions of people worldwide with high-quality medicines. The company develops innovative products – with reliable and outstanding services playing a major role. As one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in Austria, they are shaping the future of medical care.

We are currently looking for a passionate Head of HR (f/m/x), who will be responsible for the Austrian subsidiary and lead one direct report.

Head of HR (f/m/x)

• Be part of the local management team reporting to the Country Manager and Cluster Head HR
• Implement the HR strategy for the Austrian market in support of business goals
• Provide HR strategic partnership to the Austrian General Manager and the local leadership team
• Coordinate and supervise payroll as well as guide, train and support people managers in the annual salary planning and performance management cycle
• Drive organizational design and development initiatives, advance the local talent and succession strategy and be the interface for employee relations
• Implement a strategy of high performance culture, including succession planning and strengthen the talent pipeline with focus on diverse and emerging talents
• Implement and harmonize corporate recognition programs, initiatives and local benefits
• Provide HR leadership regarding M&A activities
• Lead cultural change and integration process to support organizational efficiency
• Drive organizational success through effective policies, processes, terms and conditions that attract top talent
• Support local recruitment activities / Introduce new hires / Hold onboarding induction programs
• Be responsible for administrative and operational HR work such as contract management, management of the fleet, health & safety topics, GDPR activities
• Manage Works Council relations

• University degree and 8-10 years of experience as HRBP or HR generalist in a global and highly matrixed organization
• Demonstrated experience in all aspects of HR including total rewards, talent management, recruitment, employee relations, change management, organizational effectiveness and local labor law
• Experience in developing guidelines and training concepts, linking global processes and initiatives to local needs
• Strong communication, partnering and negotiation skills – ability to influence, coach and support strategic issues and agendas
• Corporate mindset with a track record of achieving results
• Proven interest in progressive HR practices, trends and legal changes
• High-energy working style with passion and proactive and pragmatic approaches
• Must be comfortable working in an English-speaking business environment. Fluency in German is a must

• A responsible leadership position and part of the management team
• Opportunity to shape the company’s culture
• Opportunity for hybrid working and attractive corporate benefits (e.g. special holidays, pension provision or anniversary bonuses)

The annual gross salary for this position starts at € 85,000 with an additional performance-related bonus as well as a company car and a willingness to overpay according to your qualifications and experience.

We are looking forward to receiving your application (English CV & cover letter incl. salary expectations) over the application-dashboard. Our responsible consultant will contact you immediately after receipt.
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Location: Vienna