HR Business Partner

Ipsen Pharma (SAS); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking an HR Business Partner to join their London hub. You will collaborate with senior leaders to drive people strategies and support key global divisions. The role requires extensive experience in a matrixed organization and knowledge of UK employment law. You will foster an inclusive culture, guide talent development, and lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven environment.

Benefits

Collaborative HR community

Opportunities for learning and growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a global, matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Confidence in navigating complexity and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead people strategy and transformation initiatives.
• Drive organizational development and culture evolution.
• Support workforce planning and change management projects.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Social agility

Analytical capability

Collaboration

Education

CIPD qualifications (or equivalent)

Job description

Title:

HR Business Partner

Company:

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid‑sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human‑centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

Join Ipsen as a strategic HR Business Partner and shape the future of work and impact on society.

At Ipsen, we are united by a simple but powerful purpose: creating real impact for patients and society.
Our HR team plays a central role in making that impact possible—by enabling empowered people, inclusive teams, and a culture where everyone can thrive.

We are now looking for a dynamic, strategic, and human centered HR Business Partner to join our London hub and support several key global divisions (Technical Operations, R&D, Global Medical, Corporate Functions).

If you’re passionate about driving transformation, partnering with senior leaders, and shaping a future‑ready workforce, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Why Ipsen?

At Ipsen, you’ll join a collaborative HR community committed to high performance, inclusion, and innovation.
Expect to find:

• A purpose‑led culture driven by our Ipsen Ways of Being

• True partnership with business leaders, influencing strategy and organizational development

• A global HR network that encourages learning, growth, and cross‑functional collaboration

• The freedom to innovate, challenge the status quo, and shape impactful people strategies

• A human, supportive environment where your expertise and voice matter

What You’ll Do

As our HR Business Partner, you’ll act as a trusted adviser and catalyst for positive change. You will:

Lead People Strategy & Transformation

• Partner with senior leaders to translate business objectives into actionable people plans

• Shape a high‑performance, inclusive culture that aligns with Ipsen’s Ways of Being

• Drive organizational development priorities, capability building, and cultural evolution

Strengthening Talent, Capability & Leadership

• Guide performance, career development, and succession planning conversations

• Collaborating with Talent Acquisition and Reward to hire, grow, and retain top talent

• Lead talent and engagement initiatives that elevate employee experience and connection

Drive Organizational Effectiveness & Change

• Support org design, workforce planning, and change projects with clarity and empathy

• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and champion HR best practices

• Use data insights to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and accelerate impact

Enable Learning, Growth & Continuous Improvement

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and leadership development

• Partner across HR Centers of Expertise to deliver high‑quality, future‑focused solutions

• Optimize processes, systems, and ways of working to support excellence across HR

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who embodies strategic thinking, social agility, and execution excellence. You will bring:

• Experience operating within a global, matrixed organisation

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills

• Confidence navigating complexity, ambiguity, and organizational change

• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice

• Analytical capability and a data‑driven approach to decision‑making

• A mindset rooted in collaboration, inclusion, and purposeful impact

• CIPD qualifications (or equivalent) are beneficial but not essential.

Ready to create real impact?

If you’re energized by influencing business outcomes, supporting leaders, and shaping the employee experience in a purpose‑driven global environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape a future where every employee can make meaningful impact—every day.

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We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.