Human Resources Business Partner

Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.

Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.

Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and pharmaceutical industry standards;
• Lead and manage complex HR projects and initiatives with significant business impact, ensuring high operational excellence to accelerate the organization to the next level of transformation;
• Analyze HR metrics and business data to support decision-making and drive continuous improvement;
• Anticipate and manage risks, escalating issues proactively to prevent deviations from strategic objectives;
• Collaborate with centralized HR centers of expertise (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits) to deliver integrated HR solutions;
• Support organizational change and transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with company culture and values;
• Ensure compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) guidelines, and internal HR policies and procedures;
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all HR activities;
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, and talent development;
• Monitor and ensure adherence to local labor laws, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, mainly as Business partner, preferably in a regulated industry such as pharmaceuticals;
• Proven experience in driving change and transformation initiatives with a big level business impact is a plus;
• Strategic influencing skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to work in compliance with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements;
• Strong decision-making skills based on data analysis and business insight;
• Show strong cultural awareness and adaptability;
• High integrity, with the confidence to handle sensitive matters and data;
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as communication and presentation skills (English verbal & written);
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.

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