Head of HR Developed Markets & Germany

JOIN ARGENX

At argenx, we build our culture from the collective power of the team and the knowledge that together, we are better. We all operate as co-owners of this business, and patients are at the center of our innovation mission. If you are entrepreneurial, curious, ambitious, and committed to making a difference for patients and thrive on creating solutions for rare autoimmune diseases, then argenx is for you.
Next to a competitive salary with extensive benefits, we offer you the chance to grow and be a part of a team driven by purpose, creativity, innovation and science.

ARGENX

argenx is a fast-growing global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases. Thanks to colleagues based in Europe, the United States and Japan, we translate immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines.  For the further expansion, argenx is looking for a Head of HR Developed Markets (DM) & Germany.
 

PURPOSE OF THE FUNCTION

The argenx DM & Germany team covers all functions relevant for the successful commercial roll-out of the company’s assets in the region and our commitment to improving the lives of patients. This includes – but is not limited to - commercial, medical affairs, market access and patient advocacy activities.

Reporting to the Head of the HR Commercialization community, the primary role of the Head of HR DM & Germany will be to support the DM Leadership Team and their organizations on all people and talent related topics and to contribute to the strategic build-out of the organization in the argenx Way. The Head of HR DM & Germany will work in close collaboration with the global HR organization - including the global compensation/benefits and talent teams - to ensure successful and aligned organization design, talent development, talent acquisition, and HR operations in the DM & Germany region.
 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively consult and provide solutions to the business, related to people, talent, culture and organizational matters 

• Develop and implement general employee experience strategies, policies, processes and programs across the business as we “Build The Company We Want to Work For”, and maximize team and individual potential

• Partner with the business to identify, assess, select, reward and develop talent 

• Bring relevant and business impactful HR solutions to the business 

• Drive high quality levels in all HR operations, ensuring consistency and accuracy of processes, data and systems  

• Advise on and influence the nature of HR programs, processes, policies, and service delivery based on the business environment / strategy 

• Advise and bring best practices to the design and implementation of workforce and talent initiatives in conjunction with global HR colleagues and ensure alignment and support of business strategy and goals 

• Identify business needs, diagnose issues, and help lead organizational change initiatives 

• Involvement in global, multi-functional projects or task teams 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Building relationships and partnering across the organization to achieve the company goals, and have a track record of execution within evolving, ambiguous environments

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively together within cross-functional teams and networks

• Demonstrated communication skills, within a multi-cultural and multi-lingual global environment

• Is agile and demonstrates adaptability, comfort with ambiguity, trust-building, and resilience

• Derives energy from operating in a dynamic, complex, fast-moving, and frequently changing business environment

• Demonstrable experience with project management, proactive planning, priority setting, and securing alignment

• Drives toward outcomes

• Inquisitive naturally, a quick study, with demonstrated eagerness to continuously learn, self-improve and develop. This includes being comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a diverse environment.

• Passionate and prepared to lead and contribute to our culture, which is driven by our corporate values of co-creation, innovation, empowerment, excellence, and humility

• Excellent IT knowledge including Microsoft Office. Experience of Oracle Cloud/Hyperion is a plus.

• Strong analytical modeling skills

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

• At least 15 years of experience in broad-based HR roles, including several years in (HRBP) leadership roles, preferably gained in dynamic or rapidly growing companies

• Experience in biotech/pharma and/or a passion for innovation driven organizations is a plus

• Demonstrated experience and excellence in HR Business Partnership roles including - but not limited to – talent management, talent acquisition, benefits, compensation, performance management, employee relations, organizational development, leadership and culture

• Experience working in a fast paced, high growth organization

• Experience partnering with and accelerating cross-functional teams, fostering strong team dynamics, facilitation of teams and meetings, organizational design and coaching leaders is a plus

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent by experience

• Fluency in English, additional languages will be a plus

OTHER

• 30% travel required