HR Business Partner, Science

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. 

Join argenx 

At argenx, we build our culture from the collective power of the team and the knowledge that together, we are better. If you are entrepreneurial, curious and committed to make a difference for patients and thrive on creating solutions for rare autoimmune diseases, then argenx is for you. 
Next to a competitive salary with extensive benefits, we offer you the chance to grow and be a part of a team driven by purpose, creativity, innovation and science. 

argenx is a fast-growing global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases. Together we translate immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines. 

For the expansion of our HR team, argenx is looking for an HR Business Partner, Science located in Ghent.  

Purpose of the Role 

The Human Resources Business Partner, Science is a strategic partner to argonauts, leaders and teams across the Science organisation. The role translates business priorities into clear people priorities and practical solutions that strengthen leadership, talent, team effectiveness, organisational health and culture. The role helps build the company we want to work for and enables Science teams to perform, grow and deliver meaningful impact for patients. 

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Strategy: partner with leaders to translate business strategy into focused people priorities and plans. The role focuses on facilitating how work happens across the organisation: how teams are formed and evolve, how leadership shows up without hierarchy, how talent flows across the ecosystem and how culture scales. Success is measured by global enterprise impact: stronger teams, faster decisions and better outcomes for patients. 

• Talent: Shape talent strategy and lead talent reviews, Succession planning and support personal development discussions. Support leaders in attracting, developing, engaging and retaining strong and diverse talent.  

• Organization architect: lead workforce planning, organizational design and effectiveness initiatives. Identify people-related opportunities and risks through business understanding, data and employee insights.  

• Leadership amplifier: coach argonauts to strengthen leadership impact, team effectiveness and organizational health. Enable business evolution and help leaders and teams navigate growth, transformation and changing priorities.  

• Culture: strengthen an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture grounded in the argenx way.  

• Campus: partner with argonauts, leaders and teams to further develop the Ghent Campus as a vibrant innovation hub, enabling a strong culture, exceptional talent, and cross-functional collaboration.  

• Other:  

• advise leaders and employees on performance, employee relations and other people matters in partnership with local and regional Human Resources colleagues. 

• Partner with Human Resources specialist teams to deliver talent, learning, rewards, recognition and engagement priorities. 

• Ensure people practices are applied consistently and in line with company policies and local requirements. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Strong business understanding and the ability to connect people priorities with scientific and organisational goals. 

• Proven ability to build trust, influence and challenge constructively at all organisational levels. 

• Strong leadership coaching, facilitation and stakeholder management skills. 

• Deep knowledge of talent management, organisational design, team effectiveness and employee relations. 

• Sound judgement, integrity and discretion when handling sensitive matters. 

• Clear, concise and engaging communication skills. 

• Analytical and pragmatic approach, with the ability to turn insights into action. 

• Collaborative mindset and commitment to shared ownership and collective success. 

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a global, multi-functional Human Resources team 

• Curious, entrepreneurial mindset aligned with the argenx cultural pillars of innovation, co-creation, empowerment, excellence and humility 

Education, Experience & Qualifications 

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field, or equivalent experience 

• Demonstrated experience working as a strategic HR Business partner or in similar roles  

• Demonstrated experience in organizational design, change management, coaching and talent management 

• Experience within a global, complex organization, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals or life sciences 

• Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch is a significant advantage, enabling strong collaboration within our Ghent-based teams and broader local ecosystem. 

 

Other 

• This role thrives on being close to the business, with a strong and regular presence in Ghent to build relationships, understand local needs, and support teams effectively. 

• International travel might be required from time to time to connect with teams and leaders across argenx locations. 

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The annual base salary hiring range for this position is €89,600.00 - €123,200.00 EUR

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program.

 

The hiring range displayed above is the range of possible base pay compensation that argenx believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hiring range is based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills. argenx may pay more or less than the posted range and this range may be modified in the future.

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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