Title:  Manager, Change & Wellbeing Programmes - EU

Founded by Samih Darwazah over 40 years ago in Jordan, Hikma's purpose is to provide affordable, quality medicines to the people in need. Based on very solid foundations, we continue to innovate daily and find practical solutions to transform the lives of the millions of people we serve.

At the end of the 1980s, we extended ours beyond the Middle East and acquired land in Portugal for the construction of a sterile factory for injectable pharmaceutical products. This was an important turning point for the company, and our first step into a new region. Today, in Portugal, we have more than 1000 employees and 3 factories for the production of injectable medicines. 

Hikma, intends to recruit a Manager, Change Management & Employee Wellbeing (EU) (m/f) to integrate Change Management, Well- being and Internal Comms  Department, on-site work.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a holistic wellbeing strategy for Europe that aligns with organizational goals and incorporates industry best practices for physical, mental, and emotional health across the region;
• Collaborate with People Partners and People Operations to integrate wellbeing practices into recruitment, onboarding, and retention processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience. Ensure that wellbeing initiatives are aligned with benefits provision across the region;
• Sets KPIs, conducts regular assessments and analyzes data to evaluate the effectiveness and return on investment of wellbeing programs, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable strategies;
• Design and deliver training programs and workshops that educate employees and line managers on wellbeing topics and resilience strategies;
• Serve as an advocate for employee wellbeing, providing guidance on wellbeing-related matters and promoting a supportive workplace culture;
• Engage with vendors, external organizations, community groups, and industry leaders to enhance wellbeing initiatives and stay informed on best practices;
• Develop and implement effective change management strategies to support organizational transitions, ensuring clear communication and successful adoption of wellbeing initiatives;
• Organize regional events and activities that foster employee engagement, morale, and a sense of community across the organization;
• Promote engagement and adoption of well-being programs and initiatives;
• Analyses project specific success criteria and metrics to provide relevant stakeholders with a comprehensive reports.

Profile:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Management or Human Resources;
• 4-7 years of experience in years relevant experience;
• Expertise in employee wellbeing and employee experience;
• Knowledge of mental health initiatives and wellness programs;
• Strong understanding of organizational culture and employee engagement;
• Experience in change management;
• Excellent communication and influencing skills;
• Effective stakeholder management capabilities;
• Ability to collaborate across multicultural and cross-functional teams;
• Experience in planning and implementing HR strategies and initiatives;
• Should have attention to detail and the ability to meet strict deadlines.

We offer:

• Direct contract with Hikma;
• Competitive salary aligned with the role;
• Life insurance;
• Health Insurance extended to student children (up to age 24);
• Annual Performance Bonus;
• Real Growth Opportunities.

If you think this is a good opportunity for your professional career, join us and contribute to Better Health, within everyone's reach, every day