HR Business Partner

About the Company

Through the work that we do, the team at Deciphex helps pharma to accelerate the process of essential drug development and helps patients to get timely and accurate diagnoses. 

Founded in Dublin in 2017, Deciphex has scaled rapidly to a team of over 190 people and counting who are providing  solutions to address the pathology gap in research and clinical pathology . We have facilities in Dublin, Exeter, Oxford, Toronto and Chicago and are expanding our team throughout the world. 

We are software developers, clinical specialists, AI engineers, operations professionals and so much more, all working as one team to support our customers and patients.  Our team culture is built on trust. We give our team the space they need to deliver results and the environment to ensure they can enjoy doing it.

Crowned the “Best Workplace under 250 employees” in 2024, we are looking for highly motivated individuals who are excited to take on challenges and value making a difference in their day-to-day work. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the emerging Digital Pathology and AI field.  

Read more about Deciphex here and more about our incredible team on our Careers Page here 

About this Role 

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to 

work closely with specific business units, providing strategic HR support to align operations with the company goals and culture. You’ll manage HR processes, ensure compliance, and promote a collaborative and supportive work environment. This role focuses on enhancing performance management, talent development, and employee engagement in a high-performing, high-growth work environment while using data-driven insights to support decisions and foster a thriving workplace.

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary HR contact for assigned departments, supporting departmental goals and aligning HR strategies with business objectives.
• Oversee daily HR operations, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and promoting an inclusive, collaborative work culture.
• Support performance management by collaborating with line managers on setting objectives, conducting reviews, and providing feedback and coaching.
• Lead and enhance onboarding processes to ensure effective knowledge sharing, cultural integration, and team cohesion.
• Drive employee engagement through surveys, feedback sessions, workshops, and department-specific training programs.
• Identify and address training and development needs to align with organizational growth and skill enhancement goals.
• Manage employee relations by addressing queries, handling HR procedures, and resolving conflicts to foster a positive workplace.
• Ensure HR policies and employee documents comply with local employment laws, adapting policies to department-specific needs around shift work and workplace conduct.
• Oversee health, safety, and well-being initiatives to create a safe, supportive work environment focused on employee wellness.
• Utilize HRIS to manage employee data, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights to support leadership decision-making and workforce planning.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s or HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) preferred
• 5+ years of HR experience, including roles in management
• Strong proficiency with HR Information Systems is a must-have. (e.g., BambooHR, Workday/ similar)
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (or Microsoft Office) including spreadsheets, documents, and PowerPoint. Advanced skills are a distinct advantage
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment laws, and compliance regulations in the UK is a must. Experience working with other global employment laws would give a distinct advantage 
• Skilled in workforce planning
• Experienced in performance management, employee relations, and benefits administration
• Proficient in developing and implementing training programs to support employee growth
• Strong people analytics skills a distinct advantage
• Must have the ability to travel regularly to several sites in the UK, with ad-hoc travel to Northern Europe as required. 

Required Competencies

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Strategic and analytical mindset, with experience using HR metrics to drive decisions
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and project management abilities
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment and changing priorities
• High ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion
• Empathetic and approachable with a focus on fostering a positive workplace culture

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience within a CRO or clinical services environment will be a distinct advantage

• Working knowledge of employment legislation in North America Northern Europe a distinct advantage 
• Knowledge of and experience with TUPE will be an advantage 
• Qualifications in mediation will be an advantage 

Soft Skills 

• You will have shown leadership skills in previous positions and are keen to develop these skills further by owning your role from end to end. 
• You bring a sense of urgency to the work that you do and are able to execute on tasks by using your initiative.
• You enjoy innovating and bringing new ideas to the table.
• You like to have autonomy in your role and the independence to manage your own time and workload. 
• You are highly collaborative and  enjoy working with lots of different teams and people. 
• You thrive in a fast paced environment and can manage changing priorities whilst being calm under pressure
• You have impeccable  written and oral English language skills. 

What are the benefits of working with Deciphex? 

• Competitive salary with performance based annual increments.
• Healthcare benefits
• Competitive annual leave 
• A true sense of meaning in your work by contributing to better patient outcomes. 
• The opportunity to work alongside a world-class high performing team in a hyper-growth startup environment. 
• A chance to work on exciting,challenging and  unique projects. 
• Regular performance feedback and significant career growth opportunities.
• A highly collaborative and supportive multi cultural team. 

Deciphex is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to the principle of equality. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race,  religious beliefs, political views, gender identity, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, family or marital status (including pregnancy), disability, membership of the travelling community or any other classification protected by applicable law.