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 by utilizing innovative, next-generation bioprocessing technologies. With a state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center located in Basel, Switzerland, and clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, Celonic is committed to delivering comprehensive services. These services span from cell line development and optimization of production processes to clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical active ingredients, such as antibodies, bispecifics, and other complex proteins. Currently, more than 500 highly qualified professionals work at Celonic, and due to our expansion, we are seeking dedicated and qualified individuals to join our team.
THE POSITION
The HR Services Specialist provides essential administrative support to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners at Celonic AG throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from hiring to offboarding. This role encompasses the processing of employee data and contract changes, managing time tracking and absences, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining HR databases. The HR Services Specialist also plays a key role in implementing HR policies and improving processes, while ensuring compliance with Swiss labor law and internal regulations.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide administrative HR support throughout the employee lifecycle from hiring to offboarding.
- Process changes in employee information, contracts, agreements, and terminations in a timely and compliant manner.
- Handle employee inquiries related to HR services and administration.
- Provide guidance on labor law, tax, and social security matters.
- Support HR Business Partners and managers with case management (e.g., long-term sickness or special personal situations) by delivering accurate information and analysis.
- Manage time tracking and absence records in our HR systems.
- 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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience as a Personal Assistant, HR Specialist, or a relevant Bachelor’s degree in HR or a similar field.
- 3+ years of experience in HR Services or similar roles.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
- Sound 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 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 and a 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 ample professional development opportunities.
- Enjoy a multinational and diverse workplace.
- Proud to be a pioneer in “Next Generation” manufacturing technologies.
- Family-owned: Entrepreneurial spirit with short communication lines.
- Basel is a great place to live, work, and play in the center of Europe.
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