HR Assistant

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The Position

If you are passionate about delivering an exceptional employee experience and looking to develop your HR career, we would love to hear from you. We have an exciting HR Assistant opportunity within our People and Organisation (P&O) Team. You will support the team across various HR activities, helping to shape and influence the employee experience.

Supporting the Senior Director and the team, your responsibilities will include:

1. Creating engaging onboarding and induction experiences for new employees, including running induction sessions, guiding them through HR systems, and ensuring completion of all new starter paperwork such as right-to-work checks.
2. Supporting annual processes like flexible benefits selection, managing queries efficiently.
3. Managing e-Procurement and contract processes, including raising purchase orders, onboarding vendors, and issuing contracts, in compliance with company protocols.
4. Updating policies, maintaining employee records, generating reports to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
5. Serving as a point of contact for employees, providing guidance on policies, and assisting with employee relations issues in collaboration with the Employee Relations Specialist.
6. Working proactively with the HR Service Centre in Poland to manage outsourced HR activities and process improvements, acting as the first point of contact for resolving issues.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should have:

1. Strong administrative experience, able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, confidential environment.
2. Previous HR experience; CIPD qualification is a plus.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Experience with HR systems (preferably SuccessFactors) and proficiency in MS Office.
5. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively resolve issues.
6. Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.
7. Attention to detail, especially regarding data accuracy and GDPR compliance.
8. Collaborative team spirit with excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.

About the Department

Join our dynamic team led by the Senior Director of People & Organisation. The team includes HR Business Partners, L&D Manager, Senior P&O Specialist, and Employee Relations Specialist—an excellent environment to learn from experienced professionals.

Working at Novo Nordisk

We value our employees and recognize the importance of diverse life situations. We strive to create an inclusive culture that empowers everyone to do their best. Working here means contributing to something bigger—being life-changing.

What We Offer

• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements—office-based with 2-3 days remote work.
• Leading pension scheme with generous contributions.
• Comprehensive wellness programs, including private medical insurance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Coverage by private medical, life, and disability insurances.
• An inclusive, respectful workplace culture.

Application Support

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments during application or selection, please email CLTWnovonordisk with your details.

Application Process

Please submit your application via the Novo Nordisk website by 9th May 2025. First interviews are scheduled for 16th May 2025.

Our Commitment

We aim to be the best company for the world, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Join us to make a difference.