Job Description
Job Title:  HR Business Partner - Corporate Functions
Job Location (Short):  Greece, Athens
Req ID:  1018

Remedica is a leading pharmaceutical company located in Cyprus with pharmaceutical products being distributed in more than 140+ countries worldwide. Originally founded in 1980, it went through various development stages. Today Remedica is specialising in the development, production, and sale of high-quality, safe, and efficacious pharmaceutical products for human use. Our pharmaceutical range consists of a product portfolio of more than 300 generic, branded generic, and over-the-counter (OTC).

Over the last few years, Remedica went through a massive transformational program from a locally recognized reputable company to a global player, respected by its distributors, partners, and clients. The investments into the factories, R&D equipment, new facilities, implementation of best-in-class software, and people development are the baselines for Remedica's success in the future.

 

Job Description: 

We are looking for:

An HR Business Partner - Corporate Functions who will partner with leaders across R&D, Commercial, and core corporate functions (IT, HR, Finance, RA) to provide strategic guidance on all people-related matters. This role will drive performance management, organisational design, talent acquisition and development, workforce planning, and employee relations while ensuring a consistent “One HR” approach in collaboration with the HRBP for Operations. The HRBP will use data and insights to influence functional and company-wide initiatives, owning key relationships with ExComm members and advising on structural, talent, and change-related decisions. The role will also act as a subject matter expert in M&A due diligence and integration, working closely with the CHRO to deliver smooth, compliant, and commercially aligned transitions.

 

As HR Business Partner you will: 

  • Lead annual workforce planning and talent management activities, by identifying skill gaps, and developing succession plans to support organizational growth. 
  • Oversee the recruitment and onboarding processes for key/managerial positions to ensure the organization has the right talent in the right roles.
  • Oversee training and development programs, including leadership development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies. 
  • Prepare and analyse the people-related metrics including support with HR-related Board materials, and provide data-driven insights to propose improvements in existing processes.
  • Manages relationship with the trade union, including preparation for and execution of collective bargaining negotiations.
  • Owns the formulation and maintenance of the employee handbook and other such legal documentation that the business develops to support positive employee relations.
  • Act as a cultural change agent to promote open communication, collaboration, and transparency, drive organizational change, and effectively manage change initiatives to optimize employee productivity and acceptance.
  • Interact with employees and managers regularly to identify their people-related needs (strategic and operational), provide advisory and guidance, and initiate people-related projects, policies, and activities to ensure their needs meet the corporate strategy.
  • Work with other HR team members to create and promote people-related policies, support their projects and lead the exchange of information. 

 

What you will bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, economics, business administration, or other business disciplines. Advanced degrees such as an MBA are preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in HR, including 3 years of extensive experience in well-established companies in HR BP / HR Manager roles. 
  • Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation, preferably with global scope.
  • Demonstrated achievements in leading complex HR strategies and delivering stably high results. Proven track record of effectively leading HR projects and driving organizational changes. 
  • Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations and strategy of pharmaceutical or production enterprises, knowledge of the strategy management and operational processes, business KPIs, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Change readiness – Experience of delivering large scale business-initiated change in a manufacturing environment.
  • HR Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic thinking skills in people-related areas with the ability to anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, and develop innovative HR solutions that support long-term organizational goals.
  • Pragmatism and creativity – Demonstrated experience with designing and adapting solutions in dynamic and changing environments. 
  • Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, ability to deliver complex information in a simple way, high level of energy and commitment. 
  • Global Perspective: Experience working in multicultural environments and navigating HR in different cultural and legal contexts. 
  • Project Management: Experience leading and delivering complex change initiatives from seed to completion, including the influence of others, management of milestones, stakeholder engagement and communications. 

 

Why Join Remedica? At Remedica, we offer a competitive compensation package, including 14 salaries, a provident fund, and a range of additional benefits to support your personal and professional growth. Join our team and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.