Associate Director, HR

Job Overview
Provide strategic HR Business Partner leadership and support to assigned business units. Provide support and guidance to less experienced members of the HR team in their day-to-day operational roles. Support the continuous improvement of the HR function through development and implementation for all HR programs in an assigned geography or assigned business line. As HR Business Partner, with guidance, provide expertise, support and advice to assigned management teams either locally, regionally, globally or by function. Lead a team of HR professionals, in a direct line or matrix structure, to assure business delivery and results.

Essential Functions

• Manage staff in accordance with organization’s policies and applicable regulations. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance and guiding professional development; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems
• Approve actions on human resources matters
• Develop strong and effective team relationships with HR specialist functions/Centers of Excellence
• Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities related to employment legislation, HR systems, practices, procedures and compliance
• Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities for the day-to-day development of redesign and new local and global HR initiatives
• Provide HR Partnering management coaching and counseling
• Act as a strategic HR Business Partner to assigned business areas and ensure that HR delivery adds value to the business
• Provide input and assist in or lead efforts associated with change management efforts involving reorganizations, mergers/acquisitions and transfers to ensure compliance to local legislation
• Provide reports and analyses as requested by senior management
• Provide advice and guidance on all aspects related to people management, absenteeism, workforce planning, talent development and management, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Req
• 6 years of experience within an HR function as generalist or combination of generalist and specialist experience Req
• 2 years direct line management experience Req
• Experience operating with senior/executive management teams Req
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• Sound knowledge of local and relevant employment legislation
• Experience providing strategy HR leadership and support within a global organization
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions including leading integration efforts
• Strong knowledge of CRO, CSO or pharmaceutical and other related business industries
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent problem-solving with sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Expert coaching and counseling skills
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and HRIS applications
• Organization and project management skills
• Effective influencing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and very good interpersonal skills
• Very high degree of discretion and confidentiality
• Good attention to detail
• Good ability to work in a matrix environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients
• Professional HR accreditation preferred

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $84,100.00 - $234,100.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.