Job Title: Human Capital Executive (Pharmaceutical Industry)
Location: Uganda
Employment Type: Full-Time
Eligibility: This position is open to Uganda nationals only
About the Role
Our client a well-established organization in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking to recruit a Human Capital executive to support the delivery of strategic and operational HR initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee core HR functions including talent acquisition employee relations performance management compliance learning and development and HR administration while ensuring alignment with business objectives and local labor legislation.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent.
Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies procedures and employment legislation.
Support performance management processes including goal setting appraisals and performance improvement plans.
Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture.
Handle employee relations matters disciplinary processes grievances and conflict resolution.
Coordinate training needs assessments and employee development programs.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR information systems.
Prepare HR reports and analyze workforce metrics to support management decision-making.
Ensure compliance with Ugandan labor laws statutory requirements and company policies.
Administer compensation and benefits processes in collaboration with Finance.
Support succession planning and talent management initiatives.
Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration Industrial Psychology or a related field.
Professional HR certification (e.g. CHRM CIPD or equivalent) is an added advantage.
Minimum of 3 years HR experience within the pharmaceutical industry is mandatory.
Strong understanding of Ugandan labor laws and HR best practices.
Experience managing recruitment employee relations performance management and HR compliance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
Excellent interpersonal communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
Preferred Industry Experience
Candidates must have hands-on HR experience gained in a pharmaceutical manufacturing pharmaceutical distribution environment with a solid understanding of the industrys operational and regulatory requirements.
Required Education:
Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration Industrial Psychology or a related field. Professional HR certification (e.g. CHRM CIPD or equivalent) is an added advantage. Minimum of 3 years HR experience within the pharmaceutical industry is mandatory. Strong understanding of Ugandan labor laws and HR best practices. Experience managing recruitment employee relations performance management and HR compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Sui