Junior People Partner

Location: Dublin, Ireland; Hybrid

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• First point of escalation for employees and managers on the day-to-day P&O topics, providing advice, guidance and support.
• Handle P&O administration including HRIS data quality, invoices, compliance, vendor engagement, and right to work/visa processes.
• Engage, support and driving a variety of P&O projects and initiatives, such as Onboarding, Knowledge Management and Reporting.
• Monitor compliance, risk management, and review P&O controls in collaboration with the P&O Head.
• Contribute ideas and solutions to the P&O network (Country Business Partners, Global Business Partners, and Country P&O Boards).
• Establish strong relationships with cross-divisional P&O community members to understand needs and drive continuous improvement.
• Support quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement for P&O People Partnering and related processes.
• Shadow and learn from People Partners and P&O Business Partner to build capability in areas such as employee relations and performance management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to build trust and credibility with team and stakeholders.
• Customer-focused approach, delivering high-quality work to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Good judgement and discretion in managing sensitive and confidential situations.
• Technically savvy; exposure to HRIS systems like Workday is a strong advantage.

Desired Requirements:

• Experience in an HR support, coordinator or administrator role.
• Understanding of Irish employment law and HR best practices.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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