HR Generalist II

Abcam Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Danaher’s Life Sciences HR team in Cambridge is seeking an HR Generalist II to support complex employee lifecycle transactions, policy interpretation, and HRIS-driven case management across the UK and EMEA.

You will partner with People Partners, HRBPs, Talent Acquisition and Centers of Excellence to ensure effective case escalation, end‑to‑end service delivery, and ongoing process improvements in a dynamic Life Sciences environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in HR operations, shared services, employee relations support, or generalist/specialist roles.
• Experience managing complex HR cases within policies and procedures.
• Experience using HRIS, case management systems, and related business applications.
• Experience analyzing data, identifying trends, and supporting process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex HR cases and provide subject matter expertise on employee lifecycle transactions, policy interpretation, time and attendance, benefits, and other HR inquiries.
• Partner with People Partners, HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and Centers of Excellence to ensure effective case escalation and end-to-end service delivery.
• Support people leaders on performance management administration, documentation requirements, and HR processes, including participation in talent acquisition activities as assigned.
• Document case activities and maintain accurate records in HR systems to support compliance, auditability, reporting, and knowledge management.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, analyze recurring issues, and contribute to standardization and continuous improvement efforts across HR Service Delivery.

Skills

HRIS

Case management

Data analysis

Process improvement

Employee relations

Multi-site support

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA or related field

Tools

HRIS software

Case management systems

MS Excel

Job description

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? Within Danaher the work our life science businesses do saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. We have over 21,000 associates across more than 10 life sciences businesses. These businesses empower our customers to develop diverse and impactful innovations — from investigating the causes of disease, creating therapies and vaccines, protecting fluid filtration on airplanes, testing food and water, to advancing pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The HR Generalist II serves as a key link between HR Service Delivery, associates, people leaders, and the broader Human Resources organization. Supporting multiple operating companies across the Life Sciences Platform, primarily within the UK, the role may also provide HR support across other EMEA countries as business needs arise.

This role supports complex, non-standard, and higher-risk Human Resources situations that require application of policy, process expertise, and problem resolution skills. The HR Generalist II operates within a standardized Human Resources delivery model and contributes to continuous improvement efforts that enhance service quality, consistency, and employee experience across the Life Sciences Platform. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, HR Generalist UKI and is part of the Life Sciences Human Resources organization and will be on site in Cambridge, UK.

What You'll Do:

• Resolve complex Human Resources cases and provide subject matter expertise on employee lifecycle transactions, policy interpretation, time and attendance, benefits, and other Human Resources inquiries.
• Partner with People Partners, Human Resources Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Centers of Excellence to ensure effective case escalation, issue resolution, and end-to-end service delivery.
• Support people leaders on performance management administration, documentation requirements, and Human Resources processes, including participation in talent acquisition activities as assigned.
• Document case activities and maintain accurate records in Human Resources systems to support compliance, auditability, reporting, and knowledge management.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, analyze recurring issues, and contribute to standardization, simplification, and continuous improvement initiatives across Human Resources Service Delivery.

Essential Requirements of the Job Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources operations, shared services, employee relations support, or a Human Resources generalist or specialty discipline.
• Experience independently managing complex Human Resources cases within established policies and procedures.
• Experience utilizing Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), case management systems, and related business applications.
• Experience analyzing data, identifying trends, and supporting process improvement initiatives.
• It Would Be a Plus If You Also Possess Experience supporting multiple sites, business units, or operating companies.
• Experience providing compensation or hiring support during recruitment processes.
• Experience working within a shared services or case management environment.
• Experience supporting HR activities across multiple EMEA countries, navigating differences in local HR policies, employment practices and processes.

Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world’s most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.