Associate HRBP

Job Title: Associate HRBP

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Director - Human Resources

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene’ s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spirit.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Operations Specialist to support our growing team in Baltimore. This role will provide hands-on support across key HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, HRIS data management, reporting, performance and compensation cycle coordination, and employee relations tracking. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This position requires a willingness to jump in and support a fast-growing location that is expected to scale quickly. Our company is headquartered globally, and experience working in a global organization is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate new hire onboarding activities including documentation, orientation, and Day 1 logistics
• Liaise with hiring managers and HR Shared Services to ensure a smooth onboarding experience
• Manage offboarding processes including exit interviews, system access removal, and final documentation
• Track onboarding and offboarding metrics and provide insights to HR leadership

HRIS & Data Management

• Maintain accurate employee records in SAP/SuccessFactors and ADP Workforce Now
• Support data audits, integrity checks, and system updates
• Assist with organizational changes, transfers, and terminations

Reporting & Analytics

• Generate regular and ad-hoc HR reports (e.g., headcount, attrition, onboarding status)
• Support data analysis for performance reviews and compensation planning
• Prepare dashboards and summaries for leadership presentations

Performance & Compensation Cycle Support

• Provide administrative support for annual performance review cycles
• Track submissions, send reminders, and assist with documentation
• Support compensation planning logistics and data preparation

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Track and document employee relations cases and escalate as needed
• Assist with documentation and follow-up for investigations or corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and local/state employment laws

Administrative & Project Support

• Create and maintain Excel trackers and PowerPoint presentations for HR initiatives
• Support HR projects such as engagement surveys, DEI programs, and internal communications
• Assist with visa invitation letters and travel coordination
• Identify and suggest improvements to HR workflows and documentation

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in HR operations, HRIS, or generalist roles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience with SAP/SuccessFactors and ADP Workforce Now preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
• Experience working for a global organization is preferred
• Experience supporting visa processes or documentation is a plus

Work Environment

This role requires onsite presence in Baltimore 3 days per week. Occasional travel or extended hours may be required during peak HR cycles.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.