Head of Reward & HR Operations

Founded in 1969, Pharmathen has grown into a leading developer and manufacturer of specialized pharmaceutical products and one of the largest vertically integrated companies in advanced drug delivery technologies. With a strong international presence, we remain committed to improving people’s lives through innovation and access to affordable, high-quality medicines. Today, our products reach patients in more than 90 countries worldwide, supporting better health outcomes every day.

Pharmathen employs more than 1,600 people from over 27 different nationalities, reflecting a diverse and international workforce. Our achievements are driven by strong scientific expertise, high ethical standards, and the dedication of our people, who share a commitment to improving patient lives.

Pharmathen Pharmaceuticals offers a great opportunity for career development and is seeking to recruit a Head of Reward & HR Operations to join our People & Culture team at our Marousi premises.

The Head of Reward & HR Operations contributes to the development and execution of global reward and recognition strategy & programs and is accountable for the administration and management of Corporate Payroll and Benefits, while managing the HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle to deliver superior employee experience.

More particularly:

What you’ll do:

• Design and implement the overall Total Reward strategy to attract and retain talent

• Manage reward processes including payroll, HR Operating expenses, Group’s payroll budget, salary review, annual bonus management, employee benefits programs and job grading structures.
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll related audits
• Ensure that accurate records & employee files are maintained
• Lead the selection and management of third-party suppliers i.e. pension plan, Group Life and Medical programs, fleet management, mobile phones, etc.
• Oversee end-to-end HR operations across the full employee lifecycle, aiming to deliver superior employee experience
• Develop and continuously improve HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies
• Own and manage HRIS and payroll systems
• Lead and develop the Rewards & HR Operations team
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, and Business Leaders
• Act as Subject Matter Expert on workforce cost and rewards-related decisions 

The ideal candidate should have:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Βusiness Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field
• Master’s degree in Human Resources / MBA (Desirable)

Minimum Experience:

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a structured Reward department
• Proven experience in Total Rewards Management

Job-Specific Skills:

• Strong knowledge of labor law and employment regulations
• Experience in budgeting and cost control related to HR functions
• Ability to manage compensation structures, benefits programs, and payroll processes
• Strong analytical skills and business financial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Knowledge of Power BI & Dashboards
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Benefits:

What you will gain:

• Involvement in a high-caliber, team-oriented and dynamic atmosphere

• Exposure to challenging business issues and practices
• Great opportunity to leverage and develop your business/scientific knowledge and skills

Join our team and experience the unique Pharmathen’s culture that gives you the opportunity to innovate, to make decisions, to achieve your own potential and to chart your own career.

Pharmathen is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of gender, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin.