HR Services Specialist / HR Services Specialistess

Celonic AG - July 7, 2025

THE COMPANY

Celonic is a “Pure Play” Biologics Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Our mission is to support customers, primarily small to large Biotech Companies, in effectively and efficiently bringing life-improving and life-saving drugs to market through innovative, next-generation bioprocessing technologies. We operate a state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland, and maintain clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany. Celonic offers a comprehensive range of services, from cell line development and production process optimization to clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical active ingredients such as antibodies, bispecifics, and other complex proteins. Currently, over 500 highly qualified employees contribute to our success. As our company expands, we are seeking dedicated and qualified individuals to join our team.

THE POSITION

The HR Services Specialist plays a pivotal role in providing administrative personnel support to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners at Celonic AG throughout the entire lifecycle of employment, from hiring through to offboarding. This role encompasses processing employee data and contract changes, managing time tracking and absences, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining HR databases. The HR Services Specialist also aids in the implementation of HR policies and process improvements, ensuring compliance with Swiss labor law and internal regulations.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide administrative HR support to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • 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 in case management (e.g., long-term sickness or special personal situations) with accurate information and analysis.
  • Manage time tracking and absence records in our HR systems.
  • Administer and report on 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Qualifications such as Personalassistentin, Personalfachfrau, Bachelor in HR, or similar.
  • 3+ years of experience in HR Services or comparable roles.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
  • Strong understanding of Swiss Labor Law.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Customer service-oriented with a solution-driven mindset.
  • Exceptional administrative and documentation skills with a high level of accuracy.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and capability 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, good level of English; additional languages are a plus.

WHY CELONIC?

  • Make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
  • Be part of a high-growth sector with opportunities for professional development.
  • Enjoy a multinational and diverse workplace.
  • Proud to pioneer “Next Generation” manufacturing technologies.
  • Experience a family-owned company with entrepreneurial spirit and short communication lines.
  • Basel is a wonderful place to live, work, and play in the heart of Europe.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Basel
Country : Switzerland

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