HR Manager Sweden

Company Description

Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply. Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application!

At Sobi, the work we do every day redefines the standards of care and transform the lives of people living with rare diseases.

As a diverse team of entrepreneurial people, we are passionate about our growth journey towards becoming a global leader, making a difference for rare disease patients, moving quickly and always challenging the status quo.

We are committed to an inclusive, sustainable and flexible workplace that fosters growth and development.

Job Description

As Sobi is growing we are strengthening our Market HR organisation. The team have a dedicated focus on strengthen engagement, Union employee relations, health and safety (work environment), compliance and enhanced digitalization, as well as sharing best practice between the two hubs HQ Stockholm, Sweden and Basel, Switzerland.

In this critical position, you will serve as a trusted advisor on employment law matters and lead union negotiations. Working closely with leaders and employees across the organization within and outside our HR organization, you’ll be at the forefront of designing innovative solutions that support both business agility and employee wellbeing in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry.
The role is an individual contributor with no direct reports and reporting to Head of Market HR Sweden and Switzerland. The role is located at the global Sobi HQ in Stockholm. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders to ensure compliance with labour laws and collective agreements while fostering a positive employee relations climate.
• Lead union negotiations with professionalism, empathy, and a strategic mindset.
• Advise and support HR colleagues and managers on labour law matters, ensuring consistent and fair practices.
• Monitor and anticipate changes in legislation, ensuring Sobi remains agile and compliant.
• Contribute to broader HR initiatives, promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Focus on digitalization and opportunities within AI. Identify areas within HR to enable efficiency of work and increased customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

About you
We’re seeking an experienced professional with a deep understanding of employment law and union negotiations, someone who thrives on balancing strategic thinking with practical solutions. 

You excel at building trust, fostering collaboration, and handling sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy. In our fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, you are a strategic thinker who remains calm under pressure and finds innovative solutions to challenges. You’re passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel empowered and valued, and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact at Sobi.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in HR, preferably in a multinational or market-based environment.
• Proven experience in driving and implementing HR strategies that align with business goals.
• Experience from introducing new ways of working within HR
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English, both orally and in writing.

Here at Sobi we live by our core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership!

Additional Information

How to apply
At Sobi, we value work-life balance and due to the holidays, it may take a little bit longer until you here back from us. 
We have an ongoing selection process in this recruitment and ask you to send your application as soon as possible. Click apply and include your resume in English. 

Why Join Us?
Here at Sobi, our mission and culture get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team:
•    Emphasis on work/life balance
•    Collaborative and team-oriented environment
•    Opportunities for professional growth
•    Diversity and Inclusion
•    Competitive compensation for your work
•    Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

We are a global company with over 1,800 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe the