Employee Experience & HR Specialist

About the Company

Through the work that we do, the team at Deciphex helps pharma to accelerate the process of essential drug development and helps patients to get timely and accurate diagnosis. 

Founded in Dublin in 2017, Deciphex has scaled rapidly to a team of over 190 people and counting who are providing software solutions to address the pathology gap in research pathology and clinical areas. We have offices in Dublin, Exeter, Oxford, Toronto and Chicago and are expanding our team throughout the world. 

We are software developers, clinical specialists, AI engineers, operations professionals and so much more, all working as one team to support our customers and patients.  Our team culture is built on trust. We give our team the space they need to deliver results and the environment to ensure they can enjoy doing it.

We are looking for highly motivated  individuals who are excited to take on challenges and value making a difference in their day-to-day work. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the emerging Digital Pathology field.  

Read more about Deciphex here and more about our incredible team on our Careers Page here 

About this Role

The Employee Experience and HR Specialist is a vital contributor to creating an exceptional workplace at Deciphex. This role blends expertise in employee relations, experience design, engagement, and HR administration to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will support employees and managers with care, professionalism, and confidentiality while championing Deciphex’s no-ego, adaptable, and resilient culture. You will design and implement initiatives that enhance the employee journey, resolve workplace concerns, and contribute to Deciphex’s growth as a people-first organization.

Responsibilities

• Employee Experience & Engagement: Develop and deliver programs for onboarding, recognition, and development; organize well-being and team-building activities; and support managers in successfully integrating new hires.
• Employee Relations: Act as the first point of contact for employee concerns or issues, manage workplace conflicts, and ensure compliance with company values and employment laws.
• Communication: Deliver clear, consistent updates and messaging across the organization, support leadership communications, and facilitate regular communication across all levels to promote open dialogue.
• HR Administration & Support: Manage employee records and HR systems (e.g., BambooHR), support performance reviews and goal-setting processes, and prepare reports on engagement and employee relations.
• Policy & Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with global company policies;  updating as necessary, roll out diversity and well-being initiatives, and contribute to process improvements that enhance Deciphex as a workplace.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are passionate about creating meaningful employee experiences and skilled at navigating sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism. With a natural ability to foster trust and collaboration, you excel in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Your ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail empowers you to design impactful programs and solve complex challenges, contributing to the overall success of Deciphex and its employees.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape a positive and engaging workplace culture, support successful probationary integration, and ensure employees thrive at every stage of their journey with Deciphex.

This role will require you to be hands-on and adaptable, taking ownership of day-to-day HR tasks while contributing to long-term HR strategy.

Required  Skills & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in HR or a related role, focusing on employee engagement or relations.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., BambooHR) and HR analytics.
• Experience in a start-up or high-growth organization is a plus.
• Exceptional People Skills: Empathetic, approachable, and able to build trust and rapport across all levels of the organization.
• Strong Communication: Clear, concise, and adaptable communication skills (verbal and written).
• Conflict Resolution Expertise: Skilled in navigating sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Cultural Awareness: Ability to foster inclusivity and promote a values-driven workplace.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Flexible Approach: Ability to remain highly effective and flexible in changing business circumstances

What are the benefits of working with Deciphex? 

• Competitive salary with performance based annual increments.
• Healthcare benefits
• Competitive annual leave 
• A true sense of meaning in your work by contributing to better patient outcomes. 
• The opportunity to work alongside a world-class high performing team in a hyper-growth startup environment. 
• A chance to work on exciting,challenging and  unique projects. 
• Regular performance feedback and significant career growth opportunities.

• A highly collaborative and supportive multi cultural team.  

Deciphex is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to the principle of equality. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race,  religious beliefs, political views, gender identity, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, family or marital status (including pregnancy), disability, membership of the travelling community or any other classification protected by applicable law.