HR Manager
8614
Posted: 29/05/2025
- 75000 - 80000 Per Annum
- Belgium
- Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices
- Permanent
HR Manager
Join a high-impact, well-funded start-up shaping the future of advanced cancer therapies
As our client scale, they are looking for an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to build and lead people operations from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the culture, processes, and team during a transformative phase of growth.
What You’ll Do
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Own Recruitment End-to-End: Lead hiring efforts across functions from writing job posts to final offers, attracting mission-aligned talent who thrive in a fast-moving, science-driven environment.
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Drive Payroll & Benefits Admin: Partner with an external payroll provider to ensure timely processing, regulatory compliance, and smooth benefits administration.
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Build Scalable HR Processes: Design and roll out systems for onboarding, performance reviews, development plans, and offboarding that grow with the company.
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Lead HR Digitalization: Migrate personnel records to a secure digital platform, ensuring full compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR).
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Support Learning & Development: Identify training needs and organize initiatives to upskill our teams and support career progression.
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Oversee Fleet Logistics: Manage the small company car fleet—including allocation and maintenance—ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
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Compensation & Benefits Strategy: Help shape competitive, market-aligned compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent.
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Manage Security Clearances: Coordinate security authorization processes for employees working in regulated areas (e.g., GMP or nuclear-controlled zones).
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Relocation & Work Permits: Support international hires with work permits and relocation logistics, ensuring a smooth transition to Belgium.
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Champion Culture & Engagement: Be a trusted point of contact for employees and help cultivate an inclusive, collaborative, and energizing workplace.
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Ensure Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Stay ahead of employment law and industry regulations, keeping HR policies up to date and risk-free.
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Performance & Feedback Loops: Implement lightweight but effective performance management systems that promote accountability and growth.
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Use HR Data for Good: Monitor key HR metrics to inform hiring plans, retention strategies, and organizational decisions.
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Cross-Functional Teaming: Work closely with finance and operations to ensure people initiatives are aligned with business goals.
What You Bring
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Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or equivalent experience.
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5+ years in a generalist or HR leadership role, ideally in a start-up or fast-paced environment.
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Experience implementing digital HR tools and processes.
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Strong understanding of Belgian labour law; experience in regulated industries like biotech, pharma, or energy is a plus.
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Hands-on experience with payroll processes and benefit coordination.
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Familiarity with work permits, international hires, or security clearance procedures is an advantage.
Your Skills & Mindset
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Natural multitasker with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Clear, confident communicator in English and Dutch (French is a plus).
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Tech-savvy and experienced with HR software and digital collaboration tools.
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High integrity and able to handle sensitive information discreetly.
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Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and adapts quickly.
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Collaborative team player with a people-first mindset.
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Problem-solver who approaches challenges with a growth-oriented attitude.
Claude Morgan
Consultant