Director Human Resources Europe

The Regional Head of Human Resources, Europe will play a pivotal role in Acadia’s expansion into the European market. Reporting directly to the SVP, Chief People Officer, this position is responsible for establishing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives tailored to the European region and that ties back to the people strategy across Acadia. This role’s main focus is to build and develop a high-performance culture, driving employee engagement, and guaranteeing adherence with local labor laws and regulations across multiple European countries.

Responsibilities:

• Create and implement HR strategies aligned with Acadia’s overall objectives and culture, tailored to the European market.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on all HR-related matters, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development.
• Collaborate with the global TA team and RPO(s) to implement the recruitment and onboarding plans for all positions across Europe, ensuring a diverse and dedicated workforce that meets the company’s evolving needs.
• Partner with the Talent Development and Engagement team to implement effective talent management programs to identify, develop, and retain top talent within the organization.
• Cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment conducive to employee growth, satisfaction, and retention.
• In coordination with HRBP Lead and Legal teams, manage employee relations issues promptly and optimally, promoting open communication and resolving challenges under company policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Compensation team to design and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored to local market requirements and industry standards.
• Guarantee adherence with local labor laws, regulations, and employment practices across multiple European countries, partnering with legal counsel and external consultants as needed.
• Stay abreast of changes in labor legislation and industry trends, proactively guiding management on potential impacts and vital actions.
• Partner with the People Systems and Operations team to build efficient HR processes, systems, and tools to streamline operations and enhance the employee experience.
• Lead European HR administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times.
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required, Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressively increasing responsibilities and experience in HR, with at least 5 years in an HR leadership role, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GPHR, CIPD) is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of European labor laws and regulations, with experience leading HR functions across multiple European countries.
• Strong critical thinking, with the ability to translate business goals into HR initiatives and action plans.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and influence collaborators at all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of driving organizational change, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Strong adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High proficiency in HRIS, and other computer systems, software, and platforms
• Fluent in English; knowledge of other major European languages is preferred
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Scope:

Establishes strategic plans for designated function(s). Develops methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people. Works on sophisticated issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of functional areas and related organizational objectives. Erroneous decisions may have a serious impact on the overall success of functional areas and may impact the long-term success of Acadia.

What we offer you (US-Based Employees):

• Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
• 15+ vacation days
• 14 paid holidays plus one floating holiday of your choice, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
• 10 days of paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance

EEO Statement (US-Based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We would strongly encourage you to apply – especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly as we describe it here.

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