Takeda in Lessines is hiring a Senior HR Business Partner & Talent Reward Lead to drive strategic people initiatives and lead talent and compensation programs in a global pharmaceutical environment.

Location : Lessines

Company Name: Takeda

Job Type: Full-time (On-site)

In Lessines, Belgium, Takeda has a major production and supply site, particularly focused on plasma-derived therapies—important for treating rare and complex conditions.

About the Job

You will play a dual and pivotal role as both Strategic HR Business Partner (75%) and Talent Reward Lead (25%). You will also own and evolve the full suite of employee benefits and oversee harmonization of insurance related benefits in collaboration with our broker.

• Act as a strategic HR partner, aligning people strategy with evolving business priorities.

• Advise leaders on HR planning, talent management and team growth to drive results.

• Lead change initiatives with energy, clarity and resilience across all levels.

• Build leadership capabilities and drive succession planning across teams.

• Support leaders in performance management, team effectiveness and talent development.

• Foster a culture of trust, engagement and close connection with teams.

• Promote diversity, well-being and employee experience through impactful programs.

• Lead local reward processes: merit reviews, bonuses, and long-term incentives.

• Ensure reward programs are fair, competitive and aligned with company policy.

• Drive innovative benefits strategy in collaboration with social partners.

• Use market data to benchmark and maintain equitable compensation practices.

• Partner with global teams (C&B, Talent Acquisition, L&D, Legal) for HR alignment.

• Build strong social dialogue to support ongoing business transformation.

• Use HR analytics and digital tools to track, learn and improve continuously.

Your Profile

• Degree in Human Resources, Social Law, Organizational Psychology or a related field.

• Minimum 8 years of HR experience, including 5+ years in a strategic HRBP role.

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial or regulated environments like pharma is highly valued.

• HR leadership in a mid-sized company covering all HR functions is a strong plus.

• Proven track record in driving organizational change and transformation.

• Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills across all levels.

• Strong analytical mindset; comfortable using data to support decision-making.

• Deep knowledge of compensation and benefits, including benchmarking and global C&B collaboration.

• Fluent in both French and English; other languages are a plus.

Our Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package focused on wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance in a dynamic environment.

• Generous Paid Time Off: 20 vacation days plus 12 recovery days, with extra days based on age and seniority.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health and hospitalization insurance, with annual check-ups starting at age 45.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs for preventive healthcare, mental wellness, and work-life balance.

• Family-Friendly Benefits: Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, plus nursing rooms on site.

• Career Growth Opportunities: Access to a full Learning Catalog, language training, and international mobility options.

• Sustainable Transportation Benefits: Reimbursements for public transport, cycling incentives, and EV charging stations on-site.

• Attractive Compensation Extras: Meal vouchers, eco-cheques, 13th-month salary, flex income plan, and pension scheme.

Join Takeda in Lessines and be part of a global, purpose-driven company where your expertise in HR will help shape the future. If you’re passionate about people, transformation, and driving meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.

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