Executive Director, HR Operations & Business Partnership
Overland Park, KS - USA
Job Summary
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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery development and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development Customer Focus Quality and Excellence Respect and Integrity we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people like you to join our growing team! Whether youre a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity its time to discover your future at Altasciences.
We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.
About The Role
The Executive Director HR Operations & Business Partnership is responsible for designing building and leading the HR operating model workforce governance framework and people infrastructure required to support the organizations continued growth and long-term business objectives.
Reporting to the Chief Administration Officer this role provides executive leadership for HR Operations Talent Acquisition employee relations compliance workforce planning and employee-facing HR services across Canada and the United States.
As a trusted advisor to senior leadership the Executive Director partners closely with business leaders to improve workforce effectiveness organizational performance manager capability workforce productivity and the proactive management of people-related risks.
The role is accountable for ensuring that HR processes governance workforce support services operational capabilities and service delivery continuously evolve to support business growth operational excellence and an exceptional employee experience.
Working in close partnership with the Vice-President Centers of Expertise this leader ensures enterprise people strategies are operationalized effectively and translated into scalable sustainable business outcomes across the organization.
What Youll Do Here
HR Operations Leadership
Lead the transformation of HR service delivery through process optimization technology enablement automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Design build and continuously evolve a scalable HR operating model that supports organizational growth operational excellence and workforce effectiveness across all business units..
Build organizational capability within the HR team by strengthening business acumen consulting skills strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making to proactively address business challenges and workforce needs. Drive continuous improvement standardization and simplification of HR processes across the organization.
Establish governance structures service frameworks operating standards and operational controls to ensure consistent scalable and compliant HR service delivery across the organization.
Business Partnership & Workforce Support
Partner with executive leaders to assess workforce structures resource needs organizational effectiveness and operational capacity providing recommendations that support business objectives and sustainable growth.
Identify operational and business needs and work with Center of Excellence enabling HR programs to be translated into practical scalable. solutions and successfully implemented.
Leverage workforce metrics analytics and organizational insights to identify business risks inform workforce decisions support planning activities and drive actions that improve productivity retention and organizational performance.
Ensure high-quality HR support for managers and employees across all business units.
Employee Relations Compliance & Risk Management
Lead proactive identification assessment and mitigation of workforce employment compliance and reputational risks.
Oversee all HR operational activities including employee relations workplace investigations manager and employee support processes and HR case resolution.
Oversee the management of legal and labor-related matters in partnership with Legal.
Implement and maintain compliance controls monitoring mechanisms and operational processes to ensure adherence to employment legislation and regulatory requirements across Canada and the United States..
Ensure the consistent application of HR policies procedures and practices.
HR Program Execution & Adoption
Lead enterprise-wide deployment adoption and execution of core people programs and annual talent processes ensuring consistent implementation leadership accountability and achievement of intended business outcomes. Partner with the Centers of Expertise to support the implementation of technology automation and process improvements.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Develop workforce planning strategies that anticipate future business growth capability requirements and talent demands.
Oversee the organizations talent acquisition strategy through the Director of Talent Acquisition ensuring hiring approaches align with long-term business objectives and organizational priorities.
Ensure recruitment processes talent pipelines and workforce planning practices enable the organization to scale efficiently while maintaining a strong candidate experience.
Employee Experience Retention & Benefits
Monitor employee engagement retention and workforce trends and partner with leaders to implement actions that address identified risks and opportunities.
Oversee the implementation of retention strategies and corrective action plans.
Ensure effective administration and governance of employee benefits programs in Canada and the United States.
What Youll Need to Succeed
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Industrial Relations Business Administration or a related field
Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience supporting multi-site operations across Canada and the United States
Between 7 to 10 years in senior leadership roles (Director Senior Director or equivalent)
Depending on location bilingualism might be required
Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leaders and business unit leaders on workforce strategy organizational effectiveness workforce planning change management and business transformation initiatives.
Experience leading HR leaders and developing high-performing HR teams in complex growth-oriented organizations.
Experience driving HR operational excellence process standardization and service delivery improvements across multiple locations.
Experience leading the implementation and adoption of enterprise HR programs technologies and workforce analytics.
Experience working within a matrixed HR model and partnering effectively with Centers of Expertise.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business needs into people strategies and operational execution plans.
Strong understanding of Employment standards legislation in both Canada and the US.
Influencing and negotiation skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities.
Ability to lead through ambiguity and change.
Collaborative leadership style.
Results oriented.
HR Certification an asset
MS Office Suite Proficiency
Human Capital Management (HCM) platform (e.g. Workday)
What We Offer
The salary range estimated for this position is $175000 - $200000. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including but not limited to prior relevant experience skills education certification location as well as internal equity and market data. Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
Altasciences Benefits Package Includes:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
Altasciences Incentive Programs Include:
Training & Development Programs
Employee Referral Bonus Program
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MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH
Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!
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Director
About Company
Contract research organization specialized in seamless, end-to-end, early phase drug development, we act to get your most promising compounds into and through early phase clinical trials.