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Human Resource Business Partner UK & Ireland - Part Time FTC

London, England
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The Europe & Canada (EUCAN) Business unit supports Takeda's mission at a regional level and as the leader in rare diseases and specialty care, we champion better health and a brighter future for patients, healthcare providers and our people.

Across the EUCAN BU, patients come first in every decision we make. We develop strategic partnerships which deliver value for society and create a culture within which our people can thrive and reach their full potential.

Our mission is to empower and enable our people to fulfill their potential by embracing diversity and creating a high-performance, collaborative working environment. In the EUCAN region integrity is one of our key values. We put patients, trust and reputation before business and this is one of the main reasons why our people choose to work here.

Job ID R0154818 Date posted 06/17/2025 Location London, England

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Job Description

Job Description

12 Month Fixed Term Contract: Join Us as a Part-Time HR Business Partner for the UK & Ireland

Why Takeda?

At Takeda, our passion for innovation and commitment to patient care doesn't just fuel our work—it ignites our mission to transform the pharmaceutical industry. As a global leader, we empower our people to achieve their fullest potential, making an impact on millions of lives and their own careers. With a culture rooted in diversity, innovation, and excellence, Takeda is not just a place to work; it's a platform to realize your ambitions.

The Role: HR Business Partner (0.5FTE) As a pivotal part of our UK & Ireland team, you'll champion the creation of an exceptional employee experience that aligns with our EUCAN People Strategy and Global HR vision. Your role is integral in fostering employee engagement, driving people-focused solutions, and enhancing our workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Partnership: Align business objectives with talent strategy, acting as both a consultant and advocate for HR-related matters.
  • Employee Experience Architect: Spearhead local and regional initiatives to enrich our workplace, ensuring alignment with our global mission.
  • Talent Catalyst: Facilitate talent management processes, from onboarding to development, ensuring the right people in the right roles.
  • Change Agent: Support organizational change, providing guidance on HR practices, and driving forward our people agenda.
  • Insight Driver: Utilise analytics to inform decisions and shape our People initiatives, ensuring a responsive and impactful approach.

Who You Are:

  • A degree holder with a passion for HR, experienced in navigating complex environments and an ability to influence across levels.
  • Results-driven, with a knack for prioritise and navigate ambiguous situations.
  • A change champion, equipped with exceptional communication, coaching, and project management skills.
  • Analytical, adept at deriving insights from data to inform decisions and action plans.
  • A self-starter, ready to collaborate and contribute in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.

Join Us:

At Takeda, you’re more than an employee; you’re a vital piece of our global mission for a brighter, healthier future. Recognized as a Global Top Employer, we offer not just a job, but a career filled with purpose, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible difference.

Empower Your Future. Start Your Journey with Takeda Today.

Locations

London, Great Britain

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Part time
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within EUCAN at Takeda?

  • Agile
  • Analytical
  • Enthusiastic
  • Ambitious
  • Collaborative
  • Entrepreneurial
Believe in your own ability to do things you want to do. If you do that, things will happen.

Heena Howitt - Country Medical Lead Genetic Diseases

  • Takeda named Global Top Employer for seventh consecutive year. Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • About Takeda At Takeda, there is an unwavering commitment to putting patients first, and to creating a workplace that is underpinned by empowerment and focused on diversity, collaboration and steadfast values.
  • Europe & Canada Business Unit Takeda in Europe and Canada (EUCAN) is delivering leading innovations in oncology, gastroenterology and rare diseases to provide better health and a brighter future for patients.

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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About our location

London, England


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