ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions develops and manufactures security technology for buildings and facilities. Its portfolio includes mechanical and electromechanical locking systems, access control solutions, and related products that support secure access and movement in residential, commercial, and public environments. The company serves a range of sectors, including construction, healthcare, and manufacturing, with solutions designed for settings such as hospitals, schools, workplaces, and other shared facilities.
HR Business Partner
Shape HR strategy and oversee the employee lifecycle, compliance and workforce planning for ASSA ABLOY’s Lisbon entrance systems business. Advise local leaders while ensuring reliable day-to-day HR operations.
Description
- Set and advance the local HR agenda across business areas in line with company goals.
- Put HR strategies into practice to meet organizational needs and support future growth.
- Oversee the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through development, performance, succession planning and departure.
- Advise managers on staff development, engagement, performance and employee relations, including conflict resolution.
- Help deliver organizational change and plan workforce needs.
- Strengthen a shared values-based company culture.
- Contribute to employee engagement and internal communications.
- Help build the employer brand and maintain a positive workplace.
- Encourage continuous improvement, accountability and teamwork.
- Ensure adherence to labor law, GDPR, company policies and HR standards.
- Maintain HR policies, processes and employment documentation.
- Assist with internal controls, audits and governance.
- Work with management to promote workplace safety, employee health and well-being.
- Track HR measures, including turnover, absences and headcount, and report findings to management.
- Maintain HR systems, personnel records and confidential employee information.
- Coordinate employee documentation and payroll administration with external providers.
- Meet statutory reporting and administrative obligations.
- Track occupational health checks, required training and health and safety obligations.
- Oversee the consistent delivery of routine HR processes.
- Take part in local management decisions, workforce planning, and strategic and operational goal setting.
Requirements
- University degree in human resources management or a related field.
- At least three years of experience as an HR business partner.
- Knowledge of Portuguese labor law, personnel administration and HR practices.
- Experience in an operational or manufacturing setting is an advantage.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders at different management levels.
- Independent, accountable and focused on results.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Fluent written and spoken English is required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- A range of health insurance options.
- Company vehicle for applicable duties.
- Monthly and annual bonus payments.
- Paid vacation and public holidays.
- Additional benefits.
- Defined career paths.
- Regular performance reviews.
- Promotion opportunities.
- Leadership development programs.
- Health plan.
- Insurance coverage.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Structured onboarding.
- Access to online courses.
- Training resources.
- Support during onboarding and the transition into the role.
- Collaboration with local and international teams.