HR Specialist

Norstella; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

Job summary

A global life sciences data provider is seeking an HR Specialist to support HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business, a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This role involves managing HR tasks in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, ensuring compliance with local labor laws while maintaining high-quality service. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, a 401k plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant HR experience.
• Strong dedication to customer service and high-quality standards.
• Capable of building relationships across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in HR administration including onboarding and offboarding.
• Support HR team with daily tasks and initiatives.
• Manage non-complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of local labor laws

Dependable and adaptable

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Job description

About Norstella

Norstella is a premier and critical global life sciences data and AI solutions provider dedicated to improving patient access to life‑saving therapies. We support pharmaceutical and biotech companies across the full drug development lifecycle—from pipeline to patient—with market‑leading brands such as Citeline, Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo, Skipta and The Dedham Group.

Norstella’s investments in AI are transforming how data is consumed and decisions are made, disrupting inefficient legacy workflows and helping the industry become more efficient, innovative, and responsive to patient needs.

HR Specialist

In this role you will be part of our Global HR Delivery function, supporting the attraction, retention, and development of talent worldwide. You will drive day‑to‑day HR functions, assist with onboarding, offboarding, leave administration, reporting, learning and development, and general employee queries, all while understanding local labor laws and cultural nuances.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of various HR efforts including onboarding, offboarding, leave administration, reporting, learning and development, and other employee questions.
• Support the HR team with day‑to‑day HR tasks.
• Contribute to initiatives across the HR Centers of Excellence.
• Maintain employee files and ensure all changes are entered accurately.
• Serve as primary contact for HR‑related questions and tasks.
• Assist with the implementation, communication, and maintenance of all HR programs and policies.
• Manage non‑complex employee relation cases, researching employment law and knowing when to escalate.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company and alignment with culture and values.
• Execute ad‑hoc work and special projects as needed to support internal HR initiatives.

Key Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant HR experience (HR experience preferred).
• Knowledge of local labor laws and HR practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships across cultures.
• Dependable, flexible, and adaptable to new initiatives and needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment.
• Dedication to upholding high‑quality standards and customer service focus.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dental & Vision Benefits
• Basic Life and AD&D Benefits
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company‑Paid Short & Long‑Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75,000 to $80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained.

Norstella is an equal‑opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.