Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

West Pharmaceutical Services; Exton (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support assigned management teams and align HR strategy with business goals. You will collaborate with Compensation, Payroll, Talent Acquisition and other HR leaders to drive employee programs and organizational effectiveness in a hybrid environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 8 years of HR experience, with strong change management and communication skills to influence at all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, HR or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in human resources.
• Experience with HR policies and employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR business partner support for various HR initiatives.
• Advise on policies, benefits and compensation; align with global West policies.
• Lead performance and talent management processes and succession planning.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure staffing needs and offers.
• Manage employee relations, investigations and privacy of information.
• Coordinate onboarding/offboarding and training in partnership with Talent Development.

Skills

Change Management

HR Systems

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Partnership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, HR or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

Description

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week (2 days in Exton, PA, 1 day in Radnor, PA).

No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

Description

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week (2 days in Exton, PA, 1 day in Radnor, PA).

No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, you will act as a trusted HR advisor and partner to assigned management team made up of corporate enablement functions. Collaborate and partner with the appropriate HR leaders and management level to provide support to managers and employees within the defined HR strategy and principles. Has responsibility and accountability (liaising as need with teams such as Compensation, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, etc.) for onboarding and off boarding, legal/employee relations, training, culture, engagement, performance management, job description management, compensation and benefits. Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills to drive organizational consensus, and results. Continuously identify and implement effective and efficient HR solutions. Key liaison between employees and the company to provide a world class workplace.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Use in-depth expertise and experience to provide HR business partner support for various HR initiatives.
• Provide advice, clarification and follow-up on policies, procedures, benefits and compensation related items for employees, managers and global HR partners. Interprets and administers HR policies, procedures, guidelines and programs, always ensuring alignment with global West in a consistent manner.
• Manage and facilitate performance and talent management processes and programs, individual development plans and succession planning activities.
• Exercise of best practices to partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure staffing needs are met and conduct a thorough analysis and proposing an offer based on partnership with Compensation team.
• Lead, manage, address, and resolve employee relations concerns, including conducting thorough and objective investigations while keeping the appropriate parties informed.
• Liaise with Legal for statutory and legal issues to keep management updated with the latest statutory requirements relating to the employment of staff.
• Manage and handle the offboarding/termination process including exit interviews and systems changes; schedule, conduct exit interview and analysis of trends.
• Facilitate training programs in partnership with the Talent Development team and through training needs analysis to enhance the competencies of the workforce. Conducts trainings on topics such as HR processes, change management, employee development programs and employment law and leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, HR or related field required

Work Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in human resources required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Change Management
• Wide knowledge of federal and state employment law
• Strong consultative, interpersonal and client orientation skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Capacity to handle confidential and sensitive information and issues in a discrete manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced virtual environment in a global organization
• Trustworthy, inclusive, communication and presentation to diverse and large audiences, decision making, planning and organizing, personal accountability and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and respond timely to changing requirements and to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of MS Office application
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies
• Experience and knowledge of multiple HR disciplines
• Experience with HR business systems

License and Certifications

• Human Resources\PHR or SHRM-CP Upon Hire preferred

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read and write, speak in front of groups, express and exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures.
• Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization and achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities.
• Position operates in a professional office environment. May stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents.
• Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations.
• Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize.
• Ability to make independent and sound judgments.
• Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems.

What We Offer

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week

Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.

Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.

Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.

Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.