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 effectively and efficiently using innovative, next-generation bioprocessing technologies. Celonic operates a state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland (headquarters), along with clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany.
We offer comprehensive services ranging from cell line development and the optimization of production processes to clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical active ingredients, including antibodies, bispecifics, and other complex proteins. Currently, over 500 highly qualified employees are part of the Celonic team, and due to our expansion, we are seeking committed and qualified individuals.
THE POSITION
The HR Services Lead, along with the HR Services Specialist, provides administrative personnel support to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners at Celonic AG throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from hiring to offboarding. This role encompasses processing employee data and contract changes, managing time tracking and absences, handling employee inquiries, and maintaining HR databases. The HR Services Lead also supports HR policy implementation and process improvements while ensuring compliance with Swiss labor law and internal regulations.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the HR Services function to support 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.
- Administer and report 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, ensuring compliance with internal policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices.
- Directly oversee 1 report.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Personalassistentin, Personalfachfrau, or similar qualification.
- 8+ years of experience in HR Services or similar roles.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
- Thorough understanding of Swiss Labor Law.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong customer service orientation with a solution-driven mindset.
- Exceptional administrative and documentation skills with a high level of accuracy.
- Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
- Independent and proactive work approach with a high degree of reliability.
- 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.
- Experience a multinational and diverse workplace.
- Be proud to be a pioneer in next-generation manufacturing technologies.
- Family-owned: Enjoy an entrepreneurial environment with short communication lines.
- Basel is a fantastic place to live, play, and work at the heart of Europe.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.