HR Business Partner / HR Manager

Join to apply for the HR Business Partner / HR Manager role at AGFA HealthCare AGFA HealthCare is looking for an HR Business Partner / HR Manager located in Milan - Italy This is a great opportunity for a pragmatic and result-oriented candidate who likes to partner closely with the business on people and organization-related topics and is willing to operate in an international team. As a confident business partner, you understand the business needs and act as a liaison and sparring partner with management to ensure the best interests of the organization and its employees are met. You are comfortable challenging the management team and are equally happy to support them in achieving objectives. In this role, you will also provide HR support to managers and employees by deploying global HR processes and systems to achieve business results, maintaining an appropriate balance between business needs and legal frameworks. This role supports business operations across Italy, Spain, the Middle East, and a few Latin American countries. Your main business leaders are located in Milan. Main responsibilities You act as a strategic HR Business Partner by coaching, supporting, and constructively challenging managers in all aspects of people management, ensuring alignment between business needs and HR strategy; You drive and execute HR processes across the employee life cycle (from onboarding to offboarding), ensuring their effective implementation in line with global standards and local requirements, while working closely with HR Centers of Expertise and coordinating with outsourced providers for administrative and transactional activities; Collaborate closely with the Talent Acquisition team to deliver a seamless recruitment and onboarding experience, aligned with organizational goals and employer branding; You provide guidance on performance management, coaching leaders to effectively set objectives, assess performance, and manage development conversations. You partner with people managers to identify and support individual career development opportunities, fostering a future-oriented talent pipeline. Develop and propose compensation and reward packages in accordance with global frameworks and business context. You work closely on reward projects with the Compensation & Benefits team. You handle employee relations matters, including performance concerns and conflict resolution, in a way that promotes a constructive and compliant work culture. Ensure compliance and act as a subject matter expert on local employment legislation, ensuring all HR practices comply with legal requirements and collective labor agreements, with the support of local consultants. Support and lead interactions with employee representatives and works councils, maintaining open and constructive social dialogue. Contribute to the design and deployment of global and local HR programs and initiatives, e.g., aiming at driving engagement in the team and fostering better communication and collaboration. Requirements At least 5 years of working experience in an HR Generalist / HR Business Partner role in an international organization University degree or higher education Ability to work as part of a global team with a hands-on, operational approach Results-oriented with the ability to develop focused, realistic plans and exhibit resilience Demonstrate determination and flexibility to overcome barriers Self-motivated and enjoys challenges Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels of the business Good working knowledge of labor law and health & safety legislation in Italy and Spain Languages: Native proficiency in Italian and excellent English skills are required. Spanish language skills are a strong benefit. Location: Main office in Sesto San Giovanni near Milan, with the opportunity to work remotely up to 50%. Some travel flexibility required. We offer A rewarding career impacting lives, working with a talented team, training and career development programs, and a competitive compensation and benefits package. If interested, apply on our website with your CV in English. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Software Development, Hospitals and Health Care, IT Services and IT Consulting J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Sesto San Giovanni, Lombardia, IT

Posted Date: 8/17/2025