HR Business Partner

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Role: HR Business Partner – 12-month FTC

Location: London – Hybrid

This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of a growing international organisation, partnering with global functions and supporting key people initiatives during an exciting period of growth in London.

Acting as a trusted advisor, coach and HR subject matter expert, this role provides end-to-end HR partnership across all key HR areas, with a primary focus on supporting global roles and functions.

The role ensures high-quality HR support across the full employee lifecycle, including organisational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent management and change support, while partnering closely with Global HR teams and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic HR partner to leaders supporting global roles and functions, providing pragmatic, business focused HR advice.
• Represent and embed the HR strategy, ensuring consistent and effective application across the London population.
• Partner closely with Global HR Centres of Excellence and Shared Services to deliver global HR policies, frameworks, and programs.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues across the global HR network to ensure seamless delivery of HR activities.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, internal governance standards, and HR reporting requirements.
• Contribute to HR governance, policies, and practices aligned with global direction.
• Coach and advise leaders on people management, organizational design, performance, engagement, and employee relations.
• Support organizational change initiatives, including restructurings, role changes, and transformation activities impacting global teams.
• Implement and support global HR initiatives locally, including culture, engagement, performance management, talent, and rewards programs.
• Build strong, credible, and trusted relationships with senior leaders and key HR stakeholders.
• Communicate HR policies, principles, and standards clearly to support effective management decision making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR service quality and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure consistent application of statutory obligations, internal controls, and company policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Significant experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role within an international, matrixed organization.
• Proven experience supporting global roles and/or global functions.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Strong coaching, influencing, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and deliver in a fast paced environment.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations.
• Pragmatic, solution oriented, and process driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and hands on approach.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong global mindset with the ability to work effectively across cultures and geographies.

What we offer in return:

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
• You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.

Next Steps:

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager. 
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do