Strategic HR Partner — Lead People Programs (Lisbon)

ASSA ABLOY; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Insurances

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems in Lisbon is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to lead the local HR agenda and partner with management to drive growth and performance.

You will shape HR strategy, oversee recruitment, onboarding, development, and compliance, while building a strong culture and stakeholder relationships across the organization.

Join a global leader that offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Human Resources Management or a similar field.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner. Min 3 years.
• Knowledge of Portuguese labor law, personnel administration and HR practices (Legal & Compliance Awareness).
• Experience in an operational or manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at different management levels.
• High degree of independence, accountability and results orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the local HR agenda across business segment areas in alignment with the company's business objectives.
• Implement HR strategies that support organizational needs and future growth.
• Manage the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, succession planning and offboarding.
• Provide support to managers in people development, employee engagement, performance management and employee relations/conflict resolution.
• Support organizational change initiatives and workforce planning.
• Build and develop a corporate culture based on the company’s shared values.
• Support initiatives focused on employee engagement and internal communication.
• Contribute to strengthening the company's employer brand and creating a positive work environment.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with labor legislation, GDPR, internal policies and HR standards.
• Manage and update HR policies, processes and employment-related documentation.
• Support internal control mechanisms, audits and governance processes.
• Collaborate with management to promote workplace safety, employee health and overall well-being.
• Monitor key HR metrics (such as turnover, absenteeism and headcount) and regularly report results to management.
• Ensure effective administration of HR systems, personnel records and sensitive employee data.
• Coordinate personnel documentation and payroll administration in cooperation with external service providers.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting and administrative requirements.
• Monitor the validity of occupational health examinations, mandatory training programs and health and safety requirements.
• Ensure the effective execution of day-to-day HR processes.

Skills

HR leadership

Portuguese law knowledge

Stakeholder management

English communication

Independence & accountability

MS Office proficiency

Education

University degree in Human Resources Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems in Lisbon is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to lead the local HR agenda and partner with management to drive growth and performance.

You will shape HR strategy, oversee recruitment, onboarding, development, and compliance, while building a strong culture and stakeholder relationships across the organization.

Join a global leader that offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic, collaborative environment.