Human Resources Director

7 days ago


Uppsala, Sweden Danaher Corporation Full time

Be part of something altogether life-changing

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

The HR Director – Nordics for Cytiva will play a critical role in aligning human resource strategies with business objectives to drive performance and growth. This strategic leadership role requires a deep understanding of business functions, strong HR expertise, and the ability to influence and drive change. The Director will partner with senior leadership and management teams across the Nordics to develop and implement HR solutions that enhance organizational capability and support the achievement of business goals. The HR Director will lead a Nordic team of 8 HR professionals such as Senior HR Business partners and HR specialists.

This position is part of the EMEA HR Leadership team in Cytiva located in Uppsala Sweden and will be an onsite position. At Cytiva, our vision is, to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you will do:

Strategic HR PartnershipAct as a trusted advisor and partner to the Site leader and their teams, understanding site needs and ensuring a consistent approach across the region. Collaborate with Business Leaders, Global HR Business Partners and their teams to identify and address organizational and employee-related issues.

HR Strategy and ExecutionDevelop and implement Country HR plans and initiatives that align with business strategies and drive organizational effectiveness. Lead key HR projects and initiatives across the Nordics and the wider EMEA HR team, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and timelines.

Talent Management & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)Work in partnership with Global HR Business Partners to ensure a consistent approach across the region to talent management processes, including succession planning, talent development and performance management. Promote and support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organization, partnering with leaders to develop and implement programs that foster an inclusive workplace culture.

Employee RelationsWork closely with the Labor and Employee Relations Leader to strengthen relationships with works councils and ensure adherence to co-determination and collective bargaining agreement (CBA) compliance. Foster a positive work environment and address employee concerns effectively. Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.

Change ManagementLead HR aspects of organizational change, including restructures, mergers and acquisitions as appropriate. Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruption.

HR Metrics and AnalysisUtilize HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives. Prepare and present reports on key HR metrics and trends to senior leadership.

Coach, engage and develop HR team across NordicsCreating an environment of career development and succession planning

Who you are:

  • Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Studies

  • Strong knowledge of Employee Relations/legal compliance and experience of working with works councils.

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience working in a Senior HR Business Partner position within a Manufacturing environment.

  • Proven leadership experience and demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a matrixed organization.

  • Experience of leading change management programmes in a fast-paced, regulated and matrixed global organisation.

  • Outstanding client service orientation: ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with solid judgement and discretion

  • Has strong orientation to accomplishing objectives in a measurable and sustainable way, recognizing obstacles while utilizing resources to overcome these, helping self and others to achieve results.

  • Fluent in written and verbal communication - Swedish and English

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Must be willing to travel across Nordics to perform role and across EMEA as required.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.



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