**HR Business Partner (Fixed‑Term Contract)** **Location:** Athens, Greece **Contract type:** Fixed‑term, hybrid working model **Position Overview** We are seeking a **proactive,** **resilient** **and business‑oriented HR Business Partner** to join our Athens‑based HR team on a **fixed‑term contract** . In this role, you will act as a **trusted advisor to leaders and employees** , providing hands‑on HR support while contributing to the delivery of key people initiatives across the organization. You will partner closely with management to support the full employee lifecycle and promote a culture of performance, engagement and continuous improvement in a **dynamic, multinational environment** . This position is ideal for an HR professional with a solid generalist background who is eager to **expand their business partnering exposure** and operate at the intersection of people strategy and operational excellence. **Key Responsibilities** **Talent & Performance Management** + Coordinate and support the **annual talent and performance management cycle** , including goal setting, performancereviewsand development planning. + Partner with managers toidentify **capability and talent gaps** , supporting succession planning and talent development actions. + Contribute to **career development, learning initiatives and internal mobility processes** , fostering employee growth and retention. **Employee Relations & Engagement** + Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on **employee relations topics** , ensuring compliance with local labor laws and internal policies. + Handle sensitive and complex cases with professionalism,discretionand sound judgment, escalating whenappropriate. + Promotea **positive** **,** **inclusive** **and engaging employee experience** across the organization. + Ensure a smooth and effective **onboarding experience** for new hires. **HR Operations, Governance & Analytics** + Support key annual HR processes such as **compensation reviews, engagement surveys, training** **initiatives** **and workforce planning** . + Ensure **data accuracy and integrity** within HR systems (HRIS) and prepare HR reports, dashboards and presentations asrequired. + Support **M&A‑related activities** , includingbenefitsharmonization and change support. + Partner with Finance to **manage headcount, labor cost** **budgeting** **and forecasting** . + Provide insights through HR metrics to support informed decision‑making. **Requirements & Qualifications** + Master’s degree preferably in **Economics, Law, Humanities** ; a **Master’s in Human Resources** is strongly preferred. + **3–4 years of experience** in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist or Specialist role within a **complex, multinational organization** . + Solid knowledge of **local labor legislation** and HR best practices. + Experience working with **HR Information Systems (HRIS)** and people analytics. + Strong **communication** **,** **influencing** **and stakeholder management skills** . + High levelof **interpersonal sensitivity and collaboration** . + Proven **hands‑on, can‑do attitude** with the ability tooperatein a fast‑paced environment. + Ability to **prioritize effectively and work under pressure** . + **Fluency in Greek and English** (written and spoken). + Excellentproficiencyin **Microsoft Office** . **Reporting Line** **HR Director – Italy, Greece, Switzerland & Israel** **Please send your CV in English** IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled