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HR Service Specialist

full-time•Helsinki, Bogota

Summary

Location

Helsinki, Bogota

Type

full-time

Experience

2-5 years

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About this role

Overview

Human Resources Services Specialist

 

LATAM Remote

 

Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all.

 

Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

 

We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients’ lives and act accordingly. We strive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We’re looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us!

 

Primary Purpose

 

The Human Resources Services Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support and administrative services across the LATAM region. This role ensures accurate management of employee records, HR documentation, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and compliance with local labor regulations. The HR Services Specialist collaborates closely with HRBPs, Payroll, Legal, and other stakeholders to maintain operational excellence, support positive employee experience, and ensure seamless HR operations across multiple countries.

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Responsibilities

  • Ensure accurate and compliant management of HR documentation, including employment contracts, addenda, renewals, extensions, and official employee letters, maintaining proper filing and record control.
  • Maintain up-to-date employee data in HRIS and internal systems, ensuring accuracy of payroll records, role changes, location, manager, schedule, and key dates such as contract expirations and work permits.
  • Support payroll processes by reviewing monthly incidences such as absences, leaves, vacations, and salary adjustments, preparing authorization letters for deductions or severance, updating professional services contracts, and communicating basic payroll information to employees.
  • Facilitate employee offboarding processes, including receipt of resignation or termination notices, coordination with Payroll and Legal teams, offboarding in internal systems, and preparation of exit documentation, ensuring a smooth transition for departing employees.
  • Provide support for employee benefits processes, respond to inquiries regarding eligibility, enrollment, coverage, or processes, and escalate complex cases to the appropriate team members.
  • Generate, maintain, and analyze internal HR reports and country-specific local reports, providing data to support HRBPs, Payroll, management, and compliance requirements.
  • Coordinate with Legal, HSE, and other stakeholders on compliance matters, special reporting requirements, and operational support.
  • Act as a key point of contact for employees, providing guidance, support, and clear communication to ensure a seamless HR experience across the LATAM region.
  • Demonstrate a proactive, detail-oriented approach while managing multiple priorities efficiently.
  • Contribute to HR initiatives, process improvements, and strategic projects as assigned, supporting the overall effectiveness and continuous improvement of HR operations

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in HR services, administration, or HR operations, ideally within a multi-country or LATAM environment.
  • Experience managing employee documentation, contracts, and HRIS systems.
  • Experience supporting payroll processes, employee benefits, and onboarding/offboarding activities.
  • Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance requirements in LATAM countries is preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage and maintain HR data and generate accurate reports for management and regulatory purposes.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across cultures and levels of the organization.
  • Fluent in English (B2); proficiency in Spanish.

 

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What you'll do

  • The HR Services Specialist provides comprehensive HR support across the LATAM region, managing employee records, payroll coordination, and compliance with local labor regulations. They also facilitate employee offboarding and support benefits processes while ensuring operational excellence.

About Emmes Global

For over 40 years, our team of 1,000+ experienced professionals have provided the full range of Contract Research Organization expertise necessary to conduct clinical research with a firm scientific basis that is fully compliant with national and international regulatory guidelines. With offices throughout the US, Europe, Canada, and India, Emmes supports the advancement of global public health and biopharmaceutical innovation through disciplined science, rigorous research, fact-based decision-making, and operational excellence. Emmes possesses knowledge across a broad range of therapeutic areas, with specializations in Vaccines and Infectious Diseases, Ophthalmology, Immunology and Neuroscience. From comprehensive support of pandemic research to groundbreaking work in cell and gene therapy across the globe, Emmes has collaborated on clinical research across a wide array of disease states in over 75 nations. As a strategic collaborator with applied talent in over 2,000 clinical trials and contributions to over 2,500 publications that advance the understanding of medicine and public health, Emmes is committed to expanding the services offered to best meet the changing needs of clients and studies. Ongoing investments in global clinical research capabilities, innovative data management platforms, biostatistics/bioinformatics expertise, and people have enabled Emmes to provide a multi-faceted approach to help you meet your research objectives. Emmes is a diverse, inclusive, innovative CRO that values integrity, agility, passion for excellence, collaborative partnerships, and intellectual curiosity.

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