People Business Partner

• Waterford

At Sanofi, we’re committed to providing the next-gen healthcare that patients and customers need.

People Excellence (PE) is one of our 4 pillars of the People & Culture (P&C). The operating model provides support locally to execute business decisions and implement core P&C processes.

The People Excellence Business Partner role works with the People Business Partner, People Excellence, and People Services to support the business. Focused on delivering foundational HR excellence.

Hybrid Role - Please note this role will require you to be on site a minimum of three days per week.

This position is responsible for:

• Lead the local implementation of Sanofi's global People Strategy, focusing on excellence and highest standards of employee experience
• Partner with business leaders, Centres of Expertise (CoEs), and People Business Partners to execute people priorities and business changes
• Support talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies
• Guide and oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, regular check-ins, and year-end assessments
• Manage employee relations, including grievance resolution and compliance with Irish Legislation
• Support organizational changes and structure optimization
• Implement and promote Sanofi's Play to Win culture
• Oversee compensation and benefits processes in line with corporate guidelines
• Oversee compensation and benefits processes in line with corporate guidelines
• Ensure local HR policies and practices align with changing legislation and global standards
• Facilitate global mobility initiatives and manage employee lifecycle events
• Collaborate on succession planning and leadership development
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives
• Provide expert guidance on complex People & Culture matters

About you:

To excel in this role you will need to have:

• Degree or equivalent experience in relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience, considerable previous HR experience interacting with senior stakeholders and business leaders in a multinational company environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations/performance management matters and organisational change and development
• Strong facilitation, consulting, relationship building, influence, negotiation and project management skills
• Capability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization
• Exercise independent judgement with strong attention to detail

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

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