Strategic HR Business Partner

Field of work: Human Resources

Posting Date: 16 May 2025

Application deadline:
Location: Ballerup 2750, Denmark, Denmark
Contract type: Permanent
Job ID: 3281

Driving innovation, building capabilities, and empowering leaders to make a difference - are those your key drivers? Then this might just be the opportunity for you!

You will be part of LEO Pharma’s global HR community. Together we raise the bar for organizational performance and employee experience across LEO Pharma, making a difference to LEO Pharma by role modelling collaboration and leading through our transformation. You will play a crucial role in our passionate team of experience people partners and key experts – and be part of our global HR community.

Your role

You will be responsible for people partnering within two Executive Vice President areas that are on a remarkable journey, transforming how they operate and continue to be on a journey to settle with our new Search and Develop model for bringing new treatments to our patients. The areas are Science, Search & Innovation (SSI) and Development who are responsible for advancing our product portfolio through clinical development.

As a Senior HR Business Partner you will collaborate with executive leadership and other senior leaders to align organizational and people strategies with business goals. You will act as a trusted advisor, driving initiatives to support our transformation.

Your main responsibilities will be

Act as a trusted advisor to the two EVPs and their leadership teams in developing their functions, all the way from organizational design to change management and engagement strategies.
Translate business objectives into meaningful people agendas that drive forward these objectives aligned with the Global People priorities.  
Lead initiatives in people development, leadership growth, and capability building to future-proof our organization.
Analyse people data and external trends to deliver actionable insights that shape decision-making.
Collaborate with our global HR community across functions and countries and be part of our Organizational Development Steering Committee to ensure alignment and foster a culture of innovation and raise the bar for leadership and organization.

Right now, you will work with our Search & Develop organizations, however, we are looking for a new colleague that aspires to continue to learn and is flexible for next challenges in time.

Your qualifications

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner passionate about driving business-focused solutions, inspire leaders with a business-first approach to make sure we deliver the right impact and thrives with complexity in a dynamic purpose-driven organization.

We imagine you have:

MSc in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven track record and min. 8 years of experience from working in a complex organizational and international setting and an in-depth understanding of the people and organizational agenda in the same context.
Business before HR toolbox mindset and strong learning agility, preferably coupled with experience from an R&D environment or other complex businesses.
Strong strategic thinking and conceptual skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
Fluency in English and the ability to work effectively across cultural and geographical boundaries.

This opportunity will allow you to play a pivotal role in shaping next steps in our organizational transformation. You will work closely with senior leaders, influence key business decisions, and drive impactful initiatives for organisational development and culture-building. Additionally, you will join an environment with a strong commitment to improving lives, while enjoying professional growth in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Contact and application

For additional information, please contact hiring manager Sine Espenhain, sHRBP & Organizational Development leader at +45 31 27 09 96.

You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest.

Join us! Apply via the link. We are looking very much forward to be hearing from you.

Beyond the skin

Become part of LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact. We are the legacy-builders of the future – enabling people to have a better today and tomorrow. With the world as our lab, we are transforming innovative ideas into more effective and easier-to-use medicines. Through collaboration and partnerships, we can do much more.

At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a fundamental difference.

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