HR Business Partner & Employee Relations Specialist

As an HRBP you provide HR support to employees and (senior) management across assigned business units or departments in their day-to-day operational responsibilities. You will also support the continuous improvement of the HR function through development and implementation of HR programs, systems, and procedures. Driving HR projects to support global/regional/country strategy, will be part of the scope, as well as working on the organizational culture, philosophy, and employee value proposition and advising on business development and business operations initiatives; ensure correct information is maintained in IQVIA systems.

Additionally, manage employee relations matters and Works Council activities, including negotiations in collaboration with the HR Director, is an important aspect of the role.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate as Point of Contact for HR-related queries and issues within your business departments. This concerns queries and issues about social legislation, compliance, HR systems, practices, and procedures.
• Be the Business Partner to line management and senior leaders, providing them the necessary support and advice to drive their business to success.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Lead and facilitate Works Council meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Conduct successful negotiations with the local Works Council and ensure thorough follow-up on monthly meetings and mandatory activities.
• HR Project Management: Participate with your HR team members to develop and implement new local and global HR initiatives.
• HRIS: Ensure the optimal use of our HR systems (e.g., Workday) and guarantee HR processes are efficient and user-friendly. Provide support to line management by giving workshops on our HR systems.
• HR Analytics: As the owner of a lot of HR data, it is important to store, manage, and use it correctly. Participate in compiling, analyzing, and interpreting data based on history, current data, and future situations. By developing reporting (standard and ad hoc) and analyzing it, you ensure that our management can make the right decisions and gain interesting insights.
• Build strong and effective team relationships with (local and global) HR team members, Centers of Excellence, and business partners.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent knowledge of local employment/social legislation.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and HRIS applications (e.g., Workday).
• Good problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Very high degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• Be agile and act as a change agent.
• Hands-on profile.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, organize, and manage projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and managers.
• Sense of humor – preferably a lot 😊.
• Languages: NL-FR-EN.
• Optional: Workday, eBlox system, payroll background/knowledge.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / OFFER

• Bachelor diploma or equivalent working experience.
• Min 10 years relevant experience within an HR function (HR Officer, HR Generalist, HR Consultant, Payroll Consultant).
• With min 5 years of proven experience managing Works Council activities independently.
• We are looking for an assertive HR talent willing to extend his/her competencies.

OFFER

• Competitive salary package with a car (or mobility budget), meal/eco vouchers, homeworking allowance, yearly bonus, IT-material, etc.
• A lot of career possibilities and learning opportunities.
• A wonderful, warm, and open HR team.
• Flexible working hours + possibility to work from home 3 days/week.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com