Head HR Singapore

Singapore, Tuas SingaporeToday, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Did you know that we are the 1st biologics contract manufacturer in Singapore? We offer you exposure to upcoming biotech and established pharmaceutical companies and to the manufacturing technology needed to produce mammalian treatments and cell therapies of tomorrow. Our global manufacturing network is recognized for its reliable, high-quality services, regulatory track record, global footprint, innovative technology platforms and extensive experience - we, in Singapore are proud to be part of this global network.

The Head of Human serves as a member of the Singapore leadership team and is responsible for the development and execution of all HR related activities at the site. He/she would establish HR strategies and drives solutions and services on the site in alignment with business goals and objectives. The incumbent would also oversee human resource activities such as employee engagement, recruitment, performance management, talent management and organization development.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide HR leadership, consultation and support to the site leadership team, line managers and employees
- Translate and implement globally defined HR strategies into locally applicable action plans
- Develop the change management strategy at site(s) to support the implementation of HR programs and initiatives
- Establish HR operational plan aligned to the site business priorities and implement accordingly
- Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve employee engagement and site efficiency
- Establish and drive organization and talent development actions to ensure strong and robust pipeline of talent exists to fill both evolving local and global site staffing needs
- Drives the performance management and review cycle and scrutinises key peformance indicators throughout the organization
- Monitor HR effectiveness by tracking & reporting key measures; take corrective action as needed
- Promote and augment feedback tools and mechanisms to drive continuous improvement of HR services
- Develops and manage effective communication channels on site to convey company’s policies and practices

**Key Requirements**:

- Minimum 15 years of experience in HR business partnering or working as a HR Generalist
- Experienced in senior stakeholder management
- Good experience in a Senior HR leader role managing a team consisting of several HR Business Partners responsible for various business units
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Experience working in a manufacturing multi-national firm would be highly valued

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieve ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

**Reference: R52851**: