Country Director HR, Ukraine

Who we are Together, we're on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It's a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world's leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization's Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we're always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with. The opportunity

At Teva, we're committed to driving excellence in all aspects of our business. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to take on the role of Director of HR, Facilities & Internal Communications for Ukraine. If you're passionate about shaping a high-performance culture, developing top-tier talent, and driving impactful HR strategies, we invite you to be part of our team. As the Director of HR, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and success of our business in Ukraine. Your mission is to lead, innovate, and drive all aspects of Human Resources to align with our company's goals and values. You will be a key partner to business leaders, providing strategic insights and operational excellence to foster a thriving and inclusive work environment.

How you'll spend your day

• Strategic HR Leadership: Align HR strategy with organizational goals; partner with leadership on workforce challenges, change management, and growth; provide data-driven insights on workforce planning, engagement, and talent development.
• Talent Acquisition and Management: Attract, hire, and retain top talent; oversee succession planning and DEI-focused hiring; drive career development initiatives.
• Performance and Development: Support performance management and a high-performance culture; implement learning programs; promote feedback and individual growth.
• Compensation and Benefits: Conduct annual compensation reviews; provide market analytics; ensure competitive rewards aligned with trends.
• Employee Relations and Engagement: Advise on employee relations; enhance satisfaction and retention; support an inclusive, ethical workplace.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure legal and policy compliance; lead workplace safety and ethics initiatives.
• HR Operations: Streamline HR processes and analytics; oversee headcount reporting, reviews, and team development.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing: Support relocation, retreats, EAPs, and burnout prevention programs.
• Team Development: Lead with empathy; provide feedback, goal-setting, and wellbeing activities; foster a strong, supportive team culture.
• Communications & Facilities Support: Align team priorities with business needs and provide strategic guidance.

Your experience and qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Relevant HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CIPD) are a plus.

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive HRD leadership experience in international companies or complex environments;
• Deep understanding of pharma industry, understanding the market trends and challenges;
• Proven managerial experience of diverse teams;
• Proven track record of developing and executing HR strategies aligned with business objectives;
• Proven experience in managing organization changes;

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Ukrainian labor legislation.
• Excellent strategic thinking.
• Great communication, public speaking, and presentation skills paired with the ability to effectively build lasting relationships; demonstrate strong interpersonal and influencing (leadership) skills throughout all levels of the organization.
• Results oriented, highly motivated self-starter with a hands-on approach and a strong "can-do" attitude, highest standards of personal ethics and integrity.
• Strong personality, self-confident and bold in expressing your opinion in a tactful manner.
• Strong project management, risk assessment and change management skills.
• Ability to prioritize dynamic workload.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Fluent English and Ukrainian.

Work Environment:

This role is based in Kyiv (Ukraine) and may require occasional travel to different regions or headquarters. The Country HRD is expected to demonstrate a high level of adaptability and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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