BridgeBio – Multi-country HR setup for European expansion

BridgeBio is a Swiss-based pharmaceutical startup focused on advancing innovative therapies while rapidly expanding its presence across Europe. As a lean and science-driven organization entering markets such as the Netherlands, France, and the UK, BridgeBio required strong HR and compliance foundations to support its growing clinical and operational footprint.

The Challenge

BridgeBio, a Swiss-based pharmaceutical startup, was expanding its operations into key European markets including the Netherlands, France, and the UK. As a lean and fast-moving organization, the company required expert HR support to establish compliant employment foundations across multiple jurisdictions without an internal European HR function.

BridgeBio needed clear guidance on employment law, policies, and documentation — all tailored to local legal frameworks while remaining aligned with its global culture and clinical mission.

The Solution

Europe HR Solutions was engaged to provide end-to-end HR compliance support as BridgeBio launched its European entities. Our services included:

• Drafting locally compliant employment contracts for new hires in the Netherlands, France, and the UK.
• Developing country-specific HR policies and procedures in line with local labor laws.
• Offering legal guidance on employment matters such as benefits, terminations, and onboarding best practices.
• Advising on risk management and aligning employment documentation with both local legislation and the company’s global standards.

Our proactive and collaborative approach ensured a smooth setup and strong HR compliance across all three countries.

The Results

• Compliant employment infrastructure established in the Netherlands, France, and the UK.
• Customised HR policies and contracts developed and delivered on time.
• Legal risks mitigated during startup phase in new jurisdictions.
• Ongoing support provided for employee matters and local legal guidance.

This case highlights Europe HR Solutions’ ability to support life sciences startups with multi-country HR expansion, helping them scale with speed and compliance across Europe.