Senior Local HR Partner

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Overview

At the heart of QIAGEN's business is a vision to make improvements in life possible.

We are on an exciting mission to make a real difference in science and healthcare. We are still the entrepreneurial company we started out as and have today achieved a size where we can bring our full power to many initiatives and to our presence across the globe.
Our most valuable asset are our employees - more than 6000 in over 35 locations around the world. Our ambition is to ensure we have outstanding and passionate people working in the best teams and we are constantly looking for new talent to join us.
There are few players who have shaped the world of modern science and healthcare as much as QIAGEN, and we have only just started.
If you are looking to advance your career, are seeking new challenges and opportunities, enjoy working in dynamic and international, diverse teams and want to make a real impact on people's lives, then QIAGEN is where you need to be.

Join us. At QIAGEN, you make a difference every day.

Position Description

As a Senior Local HR Partner, you will partner with your dedicated client group, providing effective HR support throughout all aspects of the employee lifecycle. You will also have the opportunity to work on exciting HR projects, working closely with the UK HR team as well as global teams including Learning & Development and Compensation and Benefits. This is a great opportunity for an experienced and driven HR Generalist to gain further exposure to multiple areas of HR.

Key responsibilities:

- Deliver a high-end HR service and provide expertise HR advice and support for our Stakeholders, Employees and Global HR Team functions such as Shared Services, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development

- Manage the full HR cycle, including but not limited to maternity/paternity/adoption/SPL, flexible working and leaver processes

- Manage and advise managers on complex employee relation topics such as disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance meetings

- Prepare documentation and data to provide to the Payroll team on a monthly basis including new starters, leavers, contractual changes and absence

- Local coordination, including advising managers, on annual compensation review and talent management processes

- Support the onboarding of new employees through delivering and preparing the induction; conducting employee verification documentation e.g. immigration checks; and management of the visa sponsorship system and process

- Proactively update HR policies and processes to comply with UK legislation and recommend process improvements to maximize departmental efficiency

Position Requirements

- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or related field. CIPD qualified - Level 5 desirable

- HR generalist experience (minimum 3 years) in an advisory role, together with up to date knowledge of UK employment law, it's application and best practice

- Experience of managing payroll topics with a high level of attention to detail

- Strong IT skills - Microsoft Office proficient

- Strong business acumen and high customer service orientation with a high level of initiative and motivation; strong planning and problem solving skills

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop strong relationships and influence key stakeholders

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team - experience of working in a global matrix organization desirable

What we offer

At the heart of QIAGEN are our people who drive our success. We act with passion, always challenging the status quo to drive innovation and continuous improvement. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We create a collaborative, safe and engaging workplace which forms the basis for high performing individuals and teams. We drive accountability and entrepreneurial decision-making and want you to excel your growth and shape the future of QIAGEN.

We offer:

- Possibility to develop in an international company
- Attractive pension
- Private Healthcare
- Private Dentalcare
- Gym membership contribution
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- A range of retail discounts and offers

- Opportunity to join internal QIAGEN communities

- Enhanced maternity package

- Flexible working options
- Bonus/commission
- 25 days annual leave (potential to increase linked to service)

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.