Country HR Manager & Labor Relations Portugal (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• As Country Site HR Manager, you will lead and manage the HR function at our Service Center in Carnaxide, Lisbon. In this pivotal role, you will drive our People and Capabilities strategy, partner closely with local business and function leaders, and foster a vibrant and engaged workforce. This is a unique opportunity to animate the HR function in Lisbon and play a key role in the ambitious transformation journey to build the new Solvay.
• You will be accountable for: 
  • Strategic HR Leadership:
    • Drive strategic people initiatives aligned with Solvay's global HR strategy.
      Implement and champion HR policies and best practices within the service center.
      Foster a culture of open communication and constructive social dialogue.
  • Business Partnership:
    • Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to site management and local business/function leaders.
    • Provide expert HR guidance and support to drive business performance.
    • Cultivate a leader-led mindset, empowering managers to effectively lead their teams.
  • Talent Development and Capabilities:
    • Lead the deployment of people development programs and initiatives to enhance employee capabilities.
    • Identify and address talent gaps to support current and future business needs.
  • Labor and Employee Relations:
    • Manage labor and employee relations within the assigned perimeter, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
    • Proactively address employee concerns and foster a positive work environment.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent. 
• Proven experience in a senior HR management role, preferably within a multinational organization.
• Fluent Portuguese and English
• Competencies:
  • In-depth knowledge of labor laws and employee relations practices in Portugal.  
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Experience in change management is key.
• Behaviors: 
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build solid relationships at all levels.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Portugal base pay reasonably expected for this role is 58,400€ to 73,000€, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.7 billion in net sales in 2024 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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