Head of HR

Would you like to make a valuable contribution to the health of patients? And do something really meaningful on your own responsibility? Excellence beyond manufacturing - that's what we stand for as Aenova, one of the world's leading contract manufacturers and developers for the pharmaceutical industry with 4,000 employees at 15 sites. The Head of HR is responsible for overseeing and developing all human resources activities within the plant (approximately 200 employees), ensuring alignment between HR strategies and operational, organizational, and business objectives. The role requires a strong on-site presence and close collaboration with all departments.

Oversee all personnel administration processes (time & attendance, contracts, payroll coordination with external providers or HQ)

Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and collective agreements

Monitor and analyze HR KPIs (turnover, absenteeism, overtime, productivity)

Lead recruitment processes for blue-collar, white-collar, and middle management roles

Coordinate onboarding and induction programs





Manage relationships with staffing agencies and external partners

Identify training needs in collaboration with line managers

Plan and monitor technical and soft skills training programs

Support performance management and talent development processes

Support line managers in team management and people-related topics

Promote employee engagement and well-being initiatives

Manage employee surveys and follow-up action plans

Collaborate with HSE to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Promote a strong safety culture across the plant

Support internal and external audits and ensure HR compliance

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, or related fields

~5–7+ years of experience in HR roles, preferably in manufacturing environments

~ Proven experience in industrial relations and unionized environments

~ Strong knowledge of labo

📌 Medical Human Resources Manager (Milano)
🏢 Aenova Group
📍 Milano