HR Manager Italy and Greece

Company Description

At Sobi, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference. We are dedicated to developing and delivering innovative therapies to improve the lives of rare disease patients. and our edge comes from our team of people. Sobi offers the opportunity to work at an international pharmaceutical company focused on specialty pharmaceuticals meeting the high medical needs of rare disease patients and providing treatment and services to them. Our employees come from a variety of backgrounds within research, healthcare, industry and the academic sphere.

Job Description

• Strategic & Leadership Role
• Act as the local HR link between the affiliate and HQ, serving as a bridge and active member of the HR company community.
• Participate as a member of the Local Leadership Team and Management Team, contributing to strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Management Team to define and implement HR and personnel-related policies aligned with business objectives.
• HR Strategy & Employee Engagement
• Contribute to the planning and execution of HR strategies and actions for the affiliate.
• Actively participate in meetings, listen to employees’ perspectives, anticipate potential conflicts, and address emerging needs.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
• Talent Management & Development
• Define organizational needs for training, development, and communication; design and implement programs to enhance skills and attitudes.
• Coordinate HR processes such as Calibration, Talent Management, and Development initiatives.
• Supervise job descriptions, training records, personal files, and maintain an updated organizational chart.
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Lead and coordinate recruitment, selection, and hiring processes.
• Oversee induction plans to ensure smooth integration of new employees.
• HR Operations & Administration
• Manage payroll and HR administrative processes.
• Oversee approval flows, company tools, and general services.
• Build competence in corporate HR platforms and processes (e.g., SobiCareer) within the affiliate.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Collaborate with General Manager and local managers on salary review processes.
• Community & Collaboration
• Be an active member of the regional/corporate HR community, sharing best practices and aligning with global standards.

Skills/Knowledge/Languages

Required:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (HR, Business Adm., Law, Social Sciences) and professional trainings in HR fields
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR commercial operations or country leadership roles, strong business acumen with ability to build and lead diverse teams
• Strategic and analytical mindset with outstanding stakeholder management and communication & influencing skills on all hierarchical levels
• Organizational and cultural awareness/ sensitivity
• Accountability to decision-making, ensuring alignment with our values and own the outcome
• A dedication to inclusivity, promoting a unified team dynamic where everyone can thrive.
• Fluency in English language

Desired: Ability to see the big picture

Personal Attributes

Required:

• Demonstrate, embrace and align with the company’s values (Care, Ownership, Ambition, Urgency and Partnership)
• Ability to control and flourish in an environment of ambiguity, uncertainty and stressful situations
• Solid strategic and business acumen.
• Significant track record of demonstrated personal leadership with ability to influence, lead and get the job done without line authority and in all conditionsCross cultural working appreciation and experience
• Knowledgeable in medical and technical aspects
• Autonomy, entrepreneurship attitude, and proactivity.
• Solution-oriented and pragmatic attitude
• Effective communication and team working skills
• Personal transparency, candour and full integrity