Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Formulate the People Strategy to support both short-term and long-term functional objectives that align with Vera’s corporate goals.

• Collaborate with HR specialists in areas such as talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations, communications, and talent development.

• Evaluate organizational requirements as the business progresses and ensure the People Strategy stays aligned with these needs.

• Provide guidance and coaching to senior leaders regarding organization design, development, and change leadership.

• Lead or engage in company-wide initiatives that improve employee experience and facilitate company growth.

• Report directly to the Chief People Officer (Interim).

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a closely related field.

• Over 12 years of experience or a comparable mix of education and experience.

• Proven experience in formulating and executing HR strategies within the biotechnology sector is essential.

• Expert-level proficiency in creating strategic workforce plans from inception to execution.

• Demonstrated success in a consultative role supporting client groups.

• Comprehensive knowledge of organizational development, process management, and change management.

• A history of advocating for a business unit while upholding robust HR best practices.

• Experience in managing and mentoring high-performing HR professionals.

• Skilled in conducting thorough, effective, and impartial investigations with relevant management recommendations.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of educating and influencing through both formal and informal channels.

• Extensive background in talent management, succession planning, and career advancement and development.

• Strong experience in managing or leading culture and change management or organizational effectiveness initiatives.

• Knowledge of employment laws, concepts, and practices pertaining to HR program administration.

• Ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

• Capacity to juggle multiple complex tasks simultaneously.

• Experience in the design and implementation of Sales Incentive programs is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance incentive bonus

• New hire equity

• Ongoing performance-based equity

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401k match

• Flexible time off

• Paid holidays