HR Operations Manager

Our client is a pioneering forward-thinking global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative medicines that transform patients lives. Operating at the intersection of cutting-edge science and technology they foster a collaborative dynamic environment where every team members contribution directly impacts global health. With a strong commitment to growth and continuous improvement they empower their people to rethink traditional processes and build world-class employee experiences.

Are you a Workday superuser who thrives on streamlining processes and delivering an exceptional employee experience

We are looking for an energetic detail-oriented HR Operations Manager to join a highly collaborative team in this pivotal role you will be the backbone of the regions people processes managing the entire employee lifecycle across the EMEA region with a strong focus on Poland. This is a brilliant opportunity to bring your expertise in Workday and HR operations to a fast-paced innovative environment where your ideas for process improvement will be actively championed.

• The Go-To HR Partner: Serve as the first point of contact for employees managers and HRBPs across Poland and the wider EMEA region delivering top-tier customer service and guidance.

• Employee Lifecycle Champion: Own and manage core HR processes from onboarding to off-boarding contract creation absence management and benefits administration.

• Workday & Systems Expert: Support the HRIS team in designing testing and implementing new Workday modules and system enhancements to elevate the user experience.

• Data Integrity & Compliance: Maintain pristine employee files and records in Workday and downstream systems ensuring strict compliance with local data protection regulations.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify process bottlenecks draft high-quality SOPs and recommend smart scalable solutions to optimize day-to-day HR workflows.

• Collaborative Projects: Partner with IT Finance Legal and global HR teams to support annual cycles (like compensation planning and talent reviews) and broader HR initiatives.

• The Experience: Significant hands-on experience in HR Operations across EMEA with deep specialized expertise in Polish employment practices and administration.

• The Tech Stack: Deep working knowledge of Workday modules (Core HR Recruiting Onboarding and Absence) is essential. Strong MS Office skills (Excel PowerPoint) are a must.

• The Language Skills: Professional fluency in both English and Polish (written and spoken) is required. Any additional European language is a great plus!

• The Mindset: A proactive growth-oriented mindset. You dont just follow processesyou look for ways to make them better faster and more user-friendly.

• Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence stellar communication skills and a strong sense of confidentiality and integrity.

• Bonus Points: Experience with or exposure to AI-driven HR tools is a fantastic advantage!