HR Business Partner

About Pharming Group N.V.
Pharming Group N.V. is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with rare, debilitating, and life-threatening diseases. We are developing and commercializing a portfolio of innovative medicines, including small molecules and biologics. Pharming is headquartered in Leiden, the Netherlands, with a significant proportion of its employees based in the U.S.
 
Our Vision
Our Vision is to develop a leading global rare disease company with a diverse portfolio and presence in large markets, leveraging proven and efficient clinical development, supply chain, and commercial infrastructure.
 
Life at Pharming
Today more than ever, we're positioned to realize our vision of becoming a leading global rare disease company. Our success will come from everyone's commitment to our patients, our ability to work with focus and clarity, and our shared dedication to building something meaningful together. We can only achieve this by embracing our biotech culture, Life at Pharming, which is dynamic, experimental, and shaped by what we learn together.

Purpose of the role:
The HR Business Partner acts as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, supporting the organization in all HR-related matters. The role combines strategic alignment with hands-on execution in areas such as employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. The HR Business Partner ensures that HR policies and processes are applied consistently, while also contributing to the creation of a positive and compliant work environment.

Areas of responsibilities: 

• Act as a sparring partner for managers and employees on all HR-related topics.
• Support the business in organizational development, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Provide guidance in case of workplace conflicts, absence management, and performance improvement plans.
• Ensure compliance with Dutch labor law and internal HR policies.
• Drive and coordinate HR processes (performance cycle, talent reviews, employee relations cases).
• Collaborate closely with the HR Operations team to ensure accurate and timely execution of HR processes.
• Support the implementation of HR projects and change initiatives.
  
  

 Compentencies:

• Acts as a trusted advisor with integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.
• Hands-on, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Able to influence and make impact; coaches others in line with company objectives.
• Adaptable to change; turns challenges into opportunities and guides others through transitions.
• Results-oriented; takes ownership and adjusts approach to achieve objectives.
  

Functional Knowledge & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role in the Netherlands.
• In-depth knowledge of Dutch labor law, including case handling related to conflicts, performance issues, and terminations.
• Knowledge of absence management, Dutch health & safety (Arbo), and Wet verbetering poortwachter requirements.
• Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written) and professional proficiency in English.
• Willingness to work on-site at least 3 days per week in Leiden.
• Experience in working in an international and fast-paced environment is an advantage.
• Act with a strong sense of urgency, agility, and flexibility.
• Strong networking skills to establish relationships with key stakeholders