About the Department

Site New Hampshire, located in West Lebanon, is where Novo Nordisk�s life-saving treatments are brought to life. Our manufacturing facility produces a global supply of our hemophilia and growth hormone product lines, as well as our next generation of cutting-edge medications.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• 36Paid days off including vacation, sick days & company holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• 14weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential?

The Position

Are you looking to join a dynamic team where your ideas can shape the future, contribute to meaningful change in the workplace, and thrive in a collaborative environment that values your insights. At Novo Nordisk in West Lebanon, New Hampshire we are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Business Partner to join our innovative organization and play a pivotal role in collaborating with leaders and employees across assigned areas to bridge the gap between people strategy and performance. In this position, you will guide and support our leadership, especially first line leaders, in navigating the evolving landscape of organizational and cultural change, empowering teams to embrace development opportunities, and fostering an environment of continuous growth and respect. You will act as a trusted advisor, champion leadership development initiatives, drive adherence to established goals while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and partner with teams to promote a culture of excellence rooted in our core values. Our West Lebanon, NH facility is a 24/7 manufacturing plant with multiple shift schedules. Thriving in this role will require being able to pivot to evolving priorities in a fast paced environment, while maintaining strong lines of communication with stakeholders.

This is an onsite based role Monday-Friday in West Lebanon, NH at our bioproduction facility.

If you�re passionate about driving organizational success and empowering leaders, apply now and embark on an exciting journey with us, where every day presents new opportunities to make a difference!

Relationships

Reports to: Sr. Manager of Human Resources for West Lebanon, NH site

Working relationships: Will work with onsite HR team, and partner closely with our SME shared service centers supporting specific areas of HR within Novo Nordisk

Essential Functions

• Coaching people managers for quality & execution timeliness for HR processes as assigned
• Provide employee relations support by conducting investigations and providing appropriate guidance to drive manager consistency and compliance in handling performance management
• Provide support for individual development plan execution and assessing & establishing plan of action in relation to employee opinion survey results
• Participation in candidate selection, exit interviews & turnover analysis
• Help managers & exempt employees develop leadership competencies
• Provide backup support for new employee orientation
• Onboard new managers
• Support HRBP�s with Leadership Development, with primary focus on first line leaders
• Model the NNWay, to include teaching the values, training & promoting diversity
• Execute local & corporate HR projects/programs effectively & efficiently, to include supporting fellow partners & the business through serving as a process champion for an assigned special project as needed
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes
• Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with others
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education and Certifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related from an accredited university required
  • May consider an Associate�s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field of study from an accredited university with additional two years experience
  • PHR or SPHR certification a plus
• Work Experience
  • Minimum three (3) years of relevant HR generalist experience, preferably in a multi-shift manufacturing organization preferred

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Previous management experiences a plus
  • Previous experience in ramping up organizations a plus
  • General knowledge of relevant employment law, personnel policies & procedures best practices
  • Business understanding preferred
  • HR IT Systems knowledge & experience preferred
  • Ability to model the Novo Nordisk Way, Values/Essentials required
  • Proven ability to set Direction & Strategy, Foster Innovation & Continuous Improvement, Manage Business Complexity, Inspire & Motivate, Drive Performance, Collaborate Across Boundaries, Coach & Develop People
  • Expertise in effective communications; written, verbal, presentation. Impact & influence preferred
  • Analytical skills preferred
  • Project management skills preferred
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing applications in the workplace preferred
  • Change management preferred
  • Experience in organizational development programs execution, including performance management, individual development planning, staffing, problem resolution, future planning & organizational development, employee opinion survey response
  • Proven expertise in organizing information & people from across the organization to develop & implement policies & programs to promote positive employee relations preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)

Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

We�re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.