HR Generalist at Orion Pharma

Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruitment, Onboarding, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Talent Management, HR Policy Administration, Coaching, Labor Law Compliance, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Skills

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Are you our new HR Generalist? We are looking to hire a key person to Orion Pharma responsible for supporting the whole employee life-cycle by guiding managers, fostering positive workplace dialogue, managing recruitment processes and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. At Orion Pharma we are committed to cultivating a workplace where every employee feels valued and supported. As a global player in pharmaceutics, we understand that the heart of our success is our people, and we are dedicated to ensuring a positive, inclusive and productive environment. Your expertise will help shape our workplace culture, ensuring alignment with our organizational goals and commitment to employee engagement and development. Your role We're looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Generalist with at least three years of experience to further strengthen our local HR support. In this role, you'll work closely with managers to provide HR support especially in recruitments and assessments. Additionally, your broad HR knowledge will help in guiding managers also in other HR areas, making a tangible impact on our organization's culture and success. Responsibilities * Partner with managers to provide comprehensive HR support, including recruitment, onboarding and performance management. * Act as a project manager for recruitment processes—owning the timeline, communication, and coordination of all stakeholders. * Administer HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across the organization. * Handle employee relations issues with sensitivity and professionalism, offering guidance and conflict resolution as needed. * Provide coaching and training to managers and employees in HR topics. * Support talent management initiatives, including employee engagement, development, and retention programs. * Support and coordinate HR matters on a country level with relevant stakeholders and participates in development processes in HR area. * Support for global HR business partners in all HR administrative matters. * Stay current with HR trends and best practices to recommend and implement process improvements. You will report to the Head of HR Operations, Finland in the People & Culture -function. This is a permanent full-time position based in Espoo and will start as soon as possible, but we are flexible regarding the start date. What you can expect from us This position offers you an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of Orion’s global People & Culture function. It gives you the opportunity to support an organization of dedicated pharmaceuticals-experts driven by the purpose of empowering people across the world to live their lives to the fullest – every single day. We strive for excellence in everything we do. We succeed, learn together, and appreciate each other. Be part of Orion, where your HR expertise will be valued, and your career can flourish! Read more about Orion as an employer from https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/ [https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/]. What are we looking for? To succeed as our new HR Generalist, you should meet the following requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, Master’s degree preferred. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar role, preferably in a global expert organization. * Good understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration. * A genuine enthusiasm for recruitment—you enjoy leading hiring processes and see them as a key part of building a great organization. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport at all levels. * Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. * Working knowledge of HR laws and regulations in Finland. * Fluent in Finnish, working knowledge of English. How to apply Is this the position you have been waiting for? If you're an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting people, we'd love to hear from you by May 20th, 2026. We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible. #LI-ORION Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person. Your new team The People and Culture function supports Orion’s business units in reaching their objectives through a well-executed people strategy that attracts and develops talent and culture in line with Orion’s strategy. Our task is to create a consistent, inspiring employee experience and support organizational capability development globally. We execute our mission through high-quality HR services and processes with the support of world-class HR professionals. We have newly established People & Culture organization from which you have five HR Generalist as your colleagues and Head of HR Operations who all will support you in your daily work. In addition of that you have a lot of other HR professionals which are experienced on their own fields of work and happy to cooperate with you when it comes more complicated HR related topics.

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist supports the entire employee life-cycle by partnering with managers on recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with labor regulations and handling employee relations issues.