Associate Director, Human Resources Generalist - Europe (Contract)
Corcept Therapeutics
| Company | Corcept Therapeutics |
| Category | HR & Recruiting |
| Location | Berlin |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
For more than 25 years, Corcept has been singularly focused on the science of cortisol, a powerful hormone that when unregulated, can play a role in a broad range of diseases.
Our commercial portfolio includes treatments for hypercortisolism and oncology, and the company has discovered more than 1,000 proprietary selective cortisol modulators and glucocorticoid receptor antagonists. With advanced clinical trials in patients with hypercortisolism, solid tumors, ALS and liver disease, Corcept is unlocking the power of cortisol modulation to help address some of the most devastating diseases patients face today.
Corcept is headquartered in Redwood City, California. To learn more, visit www.corcept.com . The Associate Director, Human Resources Generalist – Europe (Contract) serves as a strategic HR leader responsible for partnering with business and functional leaders across Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. This contract role supports Corcept’s efforts to build high-performing teams, strengthen organizational capability, and establish scalable people practices across Europe. The position combines HR business partnership with hands-on operational HR support. The successful candidate will navigate complex European employment environments and partner closely with the Corporate Business Partner and HR Operations to support organization scales thoughtfully, compliantly, and in alignment with company values . This contract role requires strong experience operating in matrixed, international organizations and the ability to balance speed, growth, compliance, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness within a highly regulated and evolving environment.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary HR Generalist for employees across multiple European countries, including Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands and the UK, providing operational HR support and ensuring consistent execution of HR programs and processes across the region
Support all employment stages, including onboarding, promotions, leaves of absence, and offboarding
Maintain employee records and documentation in accordance with local legal requirements and company policies
Support employees on day-to-day employee relations matters, including policy interpretation, workplace concerns, and separations, partnering with the Legal and Corporate HR Business Partner to ensure consistent and compliant resolution of employee matters
Provide guidance on European employment compliance requirements, including consultation obligations, Works Council interactions, employee representative processes, and local employment regulations
Build and strengthen scalable, compliant HR processes and policies
Partner with HR Operations, HRBPs, Compensation, Benefits, Legal and Payroll teams to ensure coordinated delivery of HR programs and employee support
Work closely with Talent Acquisition and global recruiting partners to execute full cycle recruiting processes
Utilize data, organizational insights, and business trends to inform recommendations, process enhancements and decisions
Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:
Strong working knowledge of European employment practices, labor relations principles, and local compliance considerations
German language working proficiency
Proven ability to influence leaders, navigate ambiguity, and operate effectively in fast-paced, matrixed environments
Strong policy generation, employee relations, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with global employees and HR Centers of Excellence
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related