Job Description
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
COMPANY:  ESAN
LOCATION:  BALIKESIR, TURKEY
JOB POSTING DATE:  9/8/26

At Esan, our journey began in 1978 with the production of industrial minerals, guided by a sustainable mining approach that values people, the environment, and the future. Since 2009, metallic minerals have also become part of our portfolio.

Today, Esan operates across 13 locations in Türkiye and 5 international offices, exporting its products to more than 50 countries.

Driven by our ambition to create the future together, we aim to foster an equal and inclusive workplace through our sustainability model. We recognize diversity as a key driver of innovation and continuous improvement.

With more than 45 years of experience, we closely follow developments in science and technology and continue to take purposeful steps toward pioneering innovations that create greater value for society.

What do we expect from our new team member?

  • Ensure the effective implementation of Human Resources practices across the organization.
  • Manage recruitment and selection processes.
  • Prepare and implement orientation programs for new employees.
  • Manage performance management processes.
  • Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives.
  • Manage the training processes of assigned teams in line with the annual training plan and monitor related budgets.
  • Prepare required HR reports and lead the development of reporting processes.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with the Social Security Law, Labor Law, and other applicable legal requirements.
  • Support the preparation of departmental procedures and ensure they are kept up to date.
  • Monitor labor legislation and inform relevant business partners about new regulations and amendments.
  • Represent the Esan brand in the best possible way across all platforms and contribute to strengthening Esan’s brand awareness and reputation through all activities.

What kind of team member are we looking for?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Very good command of English.
  • Residing in or willing to relocate to the Balıkesir region.
  • Strong communication, relationship management, and initiative-taking skills.
  • Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
  • Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to lead and support change management initiatives.
  • Ability to contribute to corporate culture and employee engagement practices.

What’s in it for you?

  • You can continuously develop your personal, professional, and technical competencies by participating in training and development programs designed to support you and your career.
  • Global career and rotation opportunities may always come your way across more than 50 companies and 120 international markets.
  • At Eczacıbaşı, annual leave entitlement is calculated based on your total professional experience and seniority. Your previous experience counts toward your leave entitlement.
  • We celebrate achievements through a variety of recognition and reward programs.
  • Depending on the nature of your role, you may benefit from different working models, including location-independent or hybrid working opportunities, as well as flexible working hours. Eczacıbaşı also provides technology and ergonomic support packages for employees working fully remotely.
  • Being a parent at Eczacıbaşı comes with additional benefits. We provide monthly childcare support for mothers and three weeks of paternity leave for fathers.
  • Culture and arts are an important part of life at Eczacıbaşı. You can visit Istanbul Modern, Türkiye’s first museum of modern and contemporary art, free of charge, and benefit from special employee discounts on the Lale Card, which provides privileges and discounts for events organized by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV).
  • You can take part in volunteering initiatives alongside Eczacıbaşı colleagues and contribute to projects that create a positive social impact.
  • We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or seniority.