HR Services Lead (Male / Female)

Celonic AG - June 8, 2025

THE COMPANY

Celonic is a “Pure Play” Biologics Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Our mission is to assist customers, primarily small to large Biotech Companies, in bringing life-improving and life-saving drugs to market efficiently and effectively through innovative, next-generation bioprocessing technologies. With a state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland (headquarters), and clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, Celonic offers comprehensive services ranging from cell line development to the production and optimization of biopharmaceutical active ingredients, including antibodies, bispecifics, and other complex proteins. Currently, more than 500 highly qualified employees contribute to our mission at Celonic. Due to our continuous expansion, we are searching for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team.

THE POSITION

The HR Services Lead, alongside the HR Services Specialist, provides essential administrative personnel support to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners at Celonic AG throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from hiring to offboarding. This role involves processing employee data and contract changes, managing time tracking and absences, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining HR databases. Additionally, the HR Services Lead supports HR policy implementation and process improvements, ensuring compliance with Swiss labor law and internal regulations.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead the HR Services function, supporting the organization throughout the employee lifecycle from hiring to offboarding.
  • Process changes in employee information, contracts, agreements, and terminations in a timely and compliant manner.
  • Address employee inquiries related to HR services and administration.
  • Provide guidance on labor law, tax, and social security matters.
  • Manage time tracking and absence records in our HR systems.
  • Support HR Business Partners and managers with case management (e.g., long-term sickness or special personal situations) by providing accurate information and analysis.
  • Oversee the administration and reporting of employee absences and accidents in collaboration with external partners and Payroll.
  • Maintain HR databases to ensure accurate and timely reporting to Finance, Management, and external authorities.
  • Support HR policy implementation and process improvements while ensuring compliance with internal policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Management of 1 direct report.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Personalassistentin, Personalfachfrau, or similar qualification
  • 8+ years of experience in HR Services or similar roles
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office
  • Strong understanding of Swiss Labor Law
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Customer service oriented with a solution-driven mindset
  • Exceptional administrative and documentation skills with a high degree of accuracy
  • Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment
  • Independent and proactive work approach with a high level of reliability
  • Fluency in German (native), good level of English; additional languages are a plus

WHY CELONIC?

  • Make a difference by directly impacting patients' lives
  • Biologics is an attractive, high-growth sector with opportunities for professional development
  • Enjoy a multinational and diverse workplace
  • Proud to be a pioneer in “Next Generation” manufacturing technologies
  • Family-owned organization promoting entrepreneurial spirit and short communication lines
  • Basel is a fantastic place to live, work, and enjoy life in the heart of Europe

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Location : Basel
Country : Switzerland

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