HR Specialist, EEMEA

Job description

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our talented people are central to the future of Edwards Lifesciences, which is why our Human Resources teams help design, guide, and deliver inspiring experiences for our people. With a fundamental understanding of how to build a supportive community and organizational capability, you’ll deliver solutions to attract and retain talent. Your work will enable our teams to thrive as they help patients live healthier and more productive lives The Senior HR Specialist, EEMEA plays a key role in supporting the region’s growth and geographic expansion. The role partners with Business Leaders and cross functional teams (Legal & Compliance, Finance, Operations) to enable new country openings, strengthen HR capabilities in existing markets, and ensure all people related processes and infrastructure are in place for a compliant and successful launch. How you will make an impac t : - Regional Growth & Expansion Support: Support HR workstreams for new‑country openings , including entity set‑up, compensation/benefits benchmarking, contract frameworks, and compliance readiness. Partner with business leaders to translate expansion plans into workforce, HR ops, and capability requirements. Ensure all HR processes (recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, employee relations) are scalable and compliant across Middle Eastern markets. - Strategic HR Operations & Compliance : Ensure consistent and compliant execution of the HR lifecycle across the region. Maintain strong governance across employee documentation, visa/work permit processes, HR data management, and labor‑law requirements. - Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Support : Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to plan and execute recruitment aligned with regional growth and capability needs. - Capability Building & Learning Programs: Identify future capability needs by partnering with business and HR leadership. - Vendor & Third‑Party Management: Partner with payroll providers, visa partners, insurance brokers, relocation firms, and other external vendors to ensure high‑quality service delivery. Review and update service level agreements; monitor performance and resolve escalations. What you’ll need: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or related field 5-10 years experience in Human Resources, including employee relations What else we look for: • Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite and HR systems (Workday Preferred) • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills including consultative and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives • Demonstrated conflict resolution skills • Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to influence change • Proven success adhering to and leading project schedules and managing projects • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills • Able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English • Extensive knowledge and understanding of HR functional areas including: Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Leadership Development and Organizational Development • Extensive knowledge and understanding of EW policies, procedures, and requirements • Extensive knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state employment laws and compliance implications • Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite and working knowledge of HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Taleo) • Substantial problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills • Substantial negotiation and conflict resolution skills • Strong leadership skills and ability to influence change • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment • Ability to assess risks, analyze situations and determine next course of action • Ability to manage internal and external confidential information with utmost discretion • Strict attention to detail • Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels • Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams, assigned client group(s), and key contacts representing the organization on contracts or projects • Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships • Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations • Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control