Specialist, Shared Services Human Resources

Organon; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Organon is seeking a detail-oriented HR Specialist in Lisbon to join the HR Employee Services team. You will support employees on HR topics, manage onboarding, changes, and terminations, and collaborate with multiple HR teams across countries.

You will handle HR data, policy inquiries, and case management with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience. Fluency in English is required, additional languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in HR, business administration or related field.
• 2–3 years of HR operations, shared services, or generalist experience.
• Experience in a multinational environment with multiple countries.
• Familiarity with HR systems such as Workday or ServiceNow is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR employee services support across onboarding, changes, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure data integrity in the service platform.
• Handle employee inquiries and case management with timely responses.
• Ensure compliance with European labor laws and GDPR; support audits.
• Train and coach new team members and contribute to SOP updates.
• Collaborate with HR partners, CoEs, and vendors across countries.

Skills

HR operations

multinational experience

English fluency

customer service mindset

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Business Administration or related field

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description

The position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and employee-focused HR Specialist to join our HR Employee Services team in Lisbon. In this role you will be responsible for providing support to employees on a wide range of HR-related topics, collaborating with other HR teams, and contributing to a positive employee experience through consistent and effective service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Employee Lifecycle Support: Process employee lifecycle changes such as onboarding, job changes, and terminations in line with established procedures and service levels.

• HR Systems & Data Integrity: Maintain accurate records of employee interactions and resolutions in the HR service platform ensuring compliance, and alignment with global HR policies.

• Employee Inquiries & Case Management: Support internal employees on HR policies, procedures, and general inquiries through the HR case management system.

• Ensure timely and accurate handling of employee requests in accordance with internal standards and service levels.

• Coach & train new team members by sharing knowledge, best practices, and acting as a resource for HR procedures.

• Assist in reviewing, maintaining, and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal documentation to ensure accuracy and relevance.

• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to European labor laws, company policies, and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR), while maintaining accurate documentation. Supports internal and external audits and is responsible for compliance-based filings.

• Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in HR service delivery, propose solutions, and support the implementation of process enhancements and automation initiatives.

• Collaboration with HR Stakeholders: Work closely with other HR teams such as HR Business Partners, CoEs, and external vendors to ensure alignment and consistency in employee services across multiple countries.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in HR operations, HR shared services, or HR generalist.
• Experience working in a multinational environment, supporting multiple countries.
• Experience with HR systems (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with employees at all levels.
• Has a customer service mindset.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch) are highly desirable.

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.

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Please Note: Pay ranges are specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

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Travel Requirements: Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites

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Number of Openings:

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