HR Generalist

Orion Pharma; Espoo; On-site; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Pharma is looking for an experienced HR Generalist to support the entire employee lifecycle. The role includes managing recruitment processes, providing HR support, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of HR experience and a strong commitment to employee development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Good understanding of recruitment and employee relations.
• Fluency in Finnish and working knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers for HR support in recruitment and onboarding.
• Project manage recruitment processes.
• Administer HR policies ensuring compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of HR laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Are you our new HR Generalist? We are looking to hire a key person to Orion responsible for supporting the whole employee life-cycle by guiding managers, fostering positive workplace dialogue, managing recruitment processes and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. At Orion we are committed to cultivating a workplace where every employee feels valued and supported. As a global player in pharmaceutics, we understand that the heart of our success is our people, and we are dedicated to ensuring a positive, inclusive and productive environment. Your expertise will help shape our workplace culture, ensuring alignment with our organizational goals and commitment to employee engagement and development.

About Your Role

We're looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Generalist with at least three years of experience to further strengthen our local HR support. In this role, you'll work closely with managers to provide HR support especially in recruitments and assessments. Additionally, your broad HR knowledge will help in guiding managers also in other HR areas, making a tangible impact on our organization's culture and success.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Partner with managers to provide comprehensive HR support, including recruitment, onboarding and performance management.
• Act as a project manager for recruitment processes—owning the timeline, communication, and coordination of all stakeholders.
• Administer HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across the organization.
• Handle employee relations issues with sensitivity and professionalism, offering guidance and conflict resolution as needed.
• Provide coaching and training to managers and employees in HR topics.
• Support talent management initiatives, including employee engagement, development, and retention programs.
• Support and coordinate HR matters on a country level with relevant stakeholders and participates in development processes in HR area.
• Support for global HR business partners in all HR administrative matters.
• Stay current with HR trends and best practices to recommend and implement process improvements.
  
  

You will report to the Head of HR Operations, Finland in the People & Culture -function. You can be based in one of our main offices in Finland, preferably in Espoo or Turku. This is a permanent full-time position and will start as soon as possible, but we are flexible regarding the start date.

What We Offer

This position offers you an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of Orion’s global People & Culture function. It gives you the opportunity to support an organization of dedicated pharmaceuticals-experts driven by the purpose of empowering people across the world to live their lives to the fullest – every single day. We strive for excellence in everything we do. We succeed, learn together, and appreciate each other. Be part of Orion, where your HR expertise will be valued, and your career can flourish! Read more about Orion as an employer from https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/employervalueproposition/ .

Our expectations

To succeed as our new HR Generalist, you should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar role, preferably in a global expert organization.
• Good understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration.
• A genuine enthusiasm for recruitment—you enjoy leading hiring processes and see them as a key part of building a great organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations in Finland.
• Fluent in Finnish, working knowledge of English.
  
  

How To Apply And Additional Information

Is this the position you have been waiting for? If you're an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting people, we'd love to hear from you by July 31st, 2025.

If you have any questions related to the position, please contact Head of HR Operations, Finland, Hanna Väisänen by phone [phone] either on Monday July 28th at 2.30-3.30pm or on Wednesday July 30th at 9-10 am.

Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person.

Unit Description

The People and Culture function supports Orion’s business units in reaching their objectives through a well-executed people strategy that attracts and develops talent and culture in line with Orion’s strategy. Our task is to create a consistent, inspiring employee experience and support organizational capability development globally. We execute our mission through high-quality HR services and processes with the support of world-class HR professionals.

We have newly established People & Culture organization from which you have four HR Generalist as your colleagues and Head of HR Operations who all will support you in your daily work. In addition of that you have a lot of other HR professionals which are experienced on their own fields of work and happy to cooperate with you when it comes more complicated HR related topics.

About Us

Orion is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being for over a hundred years.

Orion provides meaningful work for more than 3 600 Orionees in Finland and abroad. Orion is known as a responsible and reliable employer where we value each other, strive for the best and build for tomorrow.

We develop, manufacture and market human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Orion has an extensive portfolio of proprietary and generic medicines and consumer health products. The core therapy areas of our pharmaceutical R&D are oncology and pain. Proprietary products developed by Orion are used to treat cancer, neurological diseases and respiratory diseases, among others.