HR Generalist III

Job Description

Responsible for the development and implementation of Human Resources strategies in the assigned country/region, aligned with the organization's objectives, local regulations, and company policies.

This position functions as a trusted advisor to the organization's leaders in the areas of talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, professional development, employee relations, compensation & benefits planning, and leadership development.

Partner with and support various stakeholders in key business areas to ensure that business goals are achieved while organizational capabilities are developed in a fast-paced matrixed organization.  Ensure that the HR function is effective, efficient, and well-regarded among managers and colleagues.

Main responsibilities

• Acts as a trusted advisor with local leaders, CoEs and broader HR team, in the development and implementation of HR initiatives that support the achievement of Thermo Fisher Scientific business objectives. 
• Recommend and implement strategies for developing and maintaining a positive colleague experience in alignment with Thermo Fisher’s culture.
• Develop and ensure a consistent implementation of HR policies and procedures compliant with country’s regulations and corporate guidelines.
• Advice on employee relations as required to enhance workforce performance and productivity, identifying, and addressing people and organizational risks.
• Ensure competitiveness and internal equity by supporting and advising on issues related to compensation and benefits.
• Identify opportunities for improvement of processes related to the HR department, proposing efficient solutions and best practices. Challenges the status quo and champions new ideas.
• Support the development of manager capability. Provide coaching and feedback to leaders as required.
• Participate in additional HR projects and initiatives, as required.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Degree qualified (ideally within HR related subject).
• Progressive experience in Human Resources Generalist role (3-5 years).
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, training and development.
• Excellent interpersonal, influence and coaching skills.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced and matrix environment with a high level of change, would be ideal.
• Experience with WorkDay would be an advantage, but not essential.