THE COMPANY
Celonic is a “Pure Play” Biologics Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Our mission is to assist our clients, primarily small to large Biotech Companies, in bringing life-improving and life-saving drugs to market effectively and efficiently through innovative, “next generation” bioprocessing technologies. With our state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center located in Basel, Switzerland, and clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, we offer comprehensive services including cell line development, production process optimization, and clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical active ingredients, such as antibodies, bispecifics, and other complex proteins. Currently, we employ over 500 highly qualified professionals. As we continue to expand, we are actively seeking committed and skilled employees to join our team.
THE POSITION
The HR Services Lead, in collaboration with 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 through to offboarding. This role involves processing employee data and contract changes, managing time tracking and absences, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining HR databases. The HR Services Lead also plays a critical role in supporting HR policy implementation and process improvements, ensuring compliance with Swiss labor law and internal regulations.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the HR Services function to provide support 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 delivering accurate information and analysis.
- Handle 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.
- Oversee 1 direct report.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Personal Assistant, HR Specialist, or similar qualification.
- 8+ years of experience in HR Services or related roles.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
- Excellent understanding of Swiss Labor Law.
- Outstanding 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 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, with a good level of English; additional languages are advantageous.
WHY CELONIC?
- Make a difference by directly impacting patients' lives.
- Biologics is an attractive, high-growth sector with ample professional development opportunities.
- Enjoy a multinational and diverse workplace.
- Proud to be a pioneer in “Next Generation” manufacturing technologies.
- A family-owned company, fostering an entrepreneurial environment with short communication lines.
- Basel is a wonderful place to live, work, and play, situated in the heart of Europe.
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