Company Description

At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 7,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 650 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us!

Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve. We are EVERSANA.

Job Description

THE POSITION:

The People Partner reports to the People Director and works closely with the European and global HR team, as well as other global functions like Finance and Legal, and external partners and service providers. This role supports the HR needs of managers and employees across multiple European countries.

We are looking for a senior HR professional who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on, operational mindset. Someone who enjoys "doing" as much as "guiding," and thrives in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable with ambiguity, resilient in the face of change, and passionate about growing in a healthy, sustainable way.

The People Partner plays a key role in enabling our growth and operations by delivering high-quality HR services throughout the employee lifecycle, implementing and reinforcing compliant HR policies and practices, and fostering a positive, engaging, and productive work environment. A strong understanding of service-based business models and client-centric logic is highly valued.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:

Partner with HR leadership to understand business needs across Europe and support day-to-day HR operations.
Manage the full employee lifecycle: hiring, onboarding, offboarding, contract changes, compensation and benefits, absence management, employee data, compliance, and employee relations.
Ensure data integrity across HR systems and tools.
Act as liaison between Shared Services (HR, Finance, Legal) and internal stakeholders.
Manage interactions with authorities and external providers related to C&B, social security, and mobility.
Support the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
Administer HR programs including performance and talent management, recognition, morale, development, leaves, disciplinary matters, and investigations.
Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with local laws.
Stay current on HR trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies, including AI applications in HR.
Support international mobility and relocation processes.
Guide stakeholders through sensitive conversations and transitions.
Lead or support initiatives in training, diversity, inclusion, and engagement.
Act as an ambassador for company culture and support internal communication.
Demonstrate commitment to DE&I through inclusive behaviors and proactive bias management.

EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB:

Travel Normally this position will not require travel, but this requirement may vary
Hours full-time, normal working hours, from Monday to Friday

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

Minimum of 8-10 years of previous HR operations experience, out of which 3-5 years within an international environment
Proven working experience of employment-related laws and regulations in more than one European country: Italy is mandatory, Spain and Portugal would be ideal, any other country would be a plus.
Fluent in English and Italian. Any other European language will be a plus
Familiarity with AI tools and their application in HR.
Keen attention to detail, experience in organizing and leading projects with many different data sources
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Pragmatic, hands-on attitude, solution oriented
Flexible, adaptable, comfortable in dealing with change and competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, data-driven mentality
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Experience with a comprehensive HRIS systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a Bachelor-level degree
Any People Partner, Labor Legislation, Compensation and Benefits or Social Security trainings will be highly appreciated

Additional Information

Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.

Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.

Take Action I am empowered and hold myself accountable.

Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.

Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.

Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.

Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful, and timely dialogue.

Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.

Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.

From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

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