Senior Director, Human Resources

Role Overview

• Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership to develop and implement HR strategies and programs that support corporate objectives
• Develop, lead, and administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and equity. Partnering closely with 3rd party compensation consultants and CFO
• Drive the talent acquisition strategy and resources to attract and retain top talent; perform and oversee recruiting efforts
• Manage employee retention and engagement programs and recommend improvements and new initiatives
• Lead and manage the performance management process; work with managers to identify and address performance issues
• Consult, advise, and coach executive leadership in HR, people, and organizational matters
• Collaborate with leaders on organizational design and implementation and recommend and develop programs to promote employee development
• Monitor employee engagement and develop HR programs that evaluate and maintain engagement
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local, state, and federal regulations and employment law
• Manage all HR systems, including maintenance, data analysis, reports, and knowledge of systems
• Address and resolve employee relations issues and conduct employee investigations as necessary
• Perform hands-on, day-to-day HR administration and direction, such as managing recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees; developing, updating, and communicating procedures and policies; performing benefits and leave of absence administration; ensuring legal compliance; and providing daily assistance as needed
• Collaborate closely with the Accounting & Finance department on payroll and people-related budget and expenses
• Monitor the HR department budget and resources
• Perform other responsibilities as business needs require

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field
• Minimum 8-10 years of related experience with 1-2 years in an HR leadership role
• Prior experience in the life sciences industry preferred
• HRCI or SHRM certification preferred
• Extensive and broad knowledge in HR functional areas and legal compliance
• Demonstrated leader willing to be hands-on and strategically focused
• Strong business acumen and ability to articulate information to others
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to extensively collaborate, as well as lead, drive, and execute independently
• Capable of building trusting relationships with leaders and employees and operating with a high level of integrity
• Advanced attention to detail, sound judgment, adaptability, and initiative

Benefits

• 90% employer-covered benefits
• Flexible PTO
• A very generous holiday schedule that includes a week off in August and time off around the winter holidays
• A well-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Additional benefits include the opportunity for annual bonuses, stock options, an Employee Stock Purchase Program, and a 401(k) with an employer match
• The comprehensive wellness program includes medical, dental, vision, and LTD coverage