Temporary HR Associate Partner, Germany (m/f/d)

Description and Requirements

ABOUT WCG: WCG’s clinical solutions are built on a foundation of best-in-class clinical services companies. We deliver transformational solutions that stimulate growth, foster compliance, and maximize efficiency for those performing clinical trials. WCG is proud to serve individuals on the frontlines of science and medicine, and the organizations striving to develop new products and therapies to improve the quality of human health. It is our role to empower them to accelerate advancement, while ensuring the risks of progress never outweigh the value of human life.

WHY WE LOVE WCG: At WCG, our employees are our most valuable asset, and as with all our assets, we invest in them with an eye toward future success. We provide each eligible employee with a comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect their personal and financial health to help make the most of their future.

• Statutory Benefits – Health Insurance, Retirement, Unemployment, etc.
• Employee Assistance Programs and additional work/life resources
• Referral Bonuses and Tuition Reimbursement
• Up to 30-day PTO annually
• Voluntary Company Pension Scheme
• Volunteer Time Off to benefit the community
• Opportunities for career development with on-the-job training, certification assistance, and continuing education reimbursement

Please note that this position is temporary and requires candidates to be located in Germany.

GPS level: P2

JOB SUMMARY:The HR Associate Partner (HRAP) will perform a variety of human resources project and duties in support of the HR Partner function. The HRAP will use their human resources knowledge and the Company’s policies and procedure to work with the HR team and the business to triage questions/issues. The role will play an active role in working with the HR team on projects that align with the business and HR strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The accountabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

• Perform a range of HR partner duties, ensuring that the work is aligned with established HR practices and policies.
• Works with the HR team in support of assigned responsibilities, as well as keeping them informed of the pulse of the business and employee engagement.
• Provides input and suggestions into day-to-day work as well as contributing to the HR department’s policies and procedures.
• Ensure efficient management of employees, activities, and overall company functions.
• Point of contact for all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests, with follow through to resolution providing employee support and ensuring optimal work processes.
• Thorough understanding of the HR programs with the ability to review with the business.
• Review HR programs and policies for needed updates.
• Support the HR partners in recruitment initiatives and activities.
• Work with the HR partners in the creation, delivery, and maintenance of training programs.
• Support the Performance Management cycle throughout the year.
• Works with all areas of HR and the business in support of onboarding and offboarding employees and contingent workers focusing on the employees experience as well as HR excellence.
• Produce and update reports on general HR activity.
• Use their knowledge of human resources to effectively communicate with the business and human resources team ensuring understanding.
• Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in human resources or related field.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of experience as an HR Coordinator or similar HR work.
• Working knowledge of best human resources practices
• Understanding and familiarity with using an HRIS system
• A track record of providing employment support.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of seniority.
• Excellent in person and virtual communication skills with the ability to convey complex issues. to provide employment support and ensure optimal work processes.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle competing priorities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical and Sensory Requirements:The physical and sensory requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be offered to individuals with disabilities to assist in performing the essential functions of the position. Work activities involve light to moderate physical effort (for example, sitting in one place for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending, lifting lightweight objects, intermittent to sustained periods of keyboarding). Majority of time is spent in a seated position with frequent opportunity to move about at will. Activities require a variety of easy muscle movements. Work activities involve a frequent need to concentrate on a variety of sensory inputs for moderate to lengthy durations at a time requiring diligence and attention to interpret effectively. There will be a need to attend to single or simultaneous tasks where accuracy of details is important. The need for detailed and precise work is high.