HR Generalist

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for an HR Generalist who is proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative to join our Human Resources team, based at our HQ, in Brussels, Belgium.

About the role

You will play a key role in implementing business decisions, policies, and updates to ensure smooth HR operations. Acting as a key liaison between Talent Partners and various stakeholders, you will support organizational structure management, employee lifecycle processes, and HR compliance. Your role will help drive consistency and accuracy in HR processes while reinforcing company policies and providing solutions for HR-related issues. Additionally, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and drive efficiency across teams.

Who youll work with

You will collaborate with Talent Partners, Compensation & Benefits teams, Global Data teams, Legal Advisors, and other stakeholders to ensure HR operations run efficiently. You will also work closely with managers and employees, supporting them through HR processes and policies. Your role will require strong communication and relationship-building skills to ensure smooth coordination and implementation of HR strategies.

What youll do

• Employee Relations: guide and advise managers, Talent Partners and employees through employee lifecycle and offboarding processes, including legal and compliance aspects.
• Support Talent Partners in job leveling, promotions, and compensation analysis by providing insights and recommendations based on internal and external benchmarks.
• Actively manage return-to-work programs and employee reintegration processes, working closely with managers and external service providers.
• Manage and implement organizational structure changes in HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure accuracy in HR data and participate in compensation surveys to maintain market competitiveness.
• Develop and implement HR policies, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and best practices.
• Provide HR reporting and analytics to support decision-making and improve HR operational effectiveness.

Interested? For this role were looking for the following education, experience, and skills

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in HR operations, preferably in a global or matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, compensation structures, employment regulations, and HRIS systems such as SuccessFactors and Neocase.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaboration and trust.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, work with confidentiality, and maintain high levels of integrity in HR operations.

Why you should apply

At UCB, we strive to attract passionate and outstanding talents who thrive on change and are ready to bring real value to patients. Working for us youll discover a place where you can grow and express your full potential. We place an emphasis on innovation, collaboration and impact. Through meaningful recognition and a motivating work atmosphere, we aim to provide an optimal experience by caring about and valuing our employees - just as we do for the patients we serve.

If you believe you are the perfect match to join us on our pioneering adventure, then we invite you to apply and tell us more about your profile and motivation.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About us UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us? At UCB, we dont just complete tasks, we create value. We arent afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equitable opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether thats on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

UCB and its subsidiaries encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.