Manning Personnel Group, Inc., is working with a Biotechnology firm in the Waltham, MA area as they are actively seeking an experienced HR Director to join their team. The HR Director will be responsible for developing and delivering key processes and systems and ensuring flawless execution of day-to-day HR Operations. This will include Benefits, HR Systems & Reporting, Onboarding & Offboarding and HR Compliance & Policies. In addition, the Director will oversee a wide range of initiatives including Recruiting, Performance Management, Compensation Administration, Employee Relations and other projects as needed. The HR Director will partner effectively with all levels of the organization and proactively provide hands-on HR guidance and coaching.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with all levels of leadership, providing HR guidance to drive employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
• Work with all department management teams on recruitment efforts
• Conduct meetings with assigned departments and leaders on an ongoing basis to discuss and strategize the best way to support business and professional development needs
• Provide guidance to manage and resolve employee relations issues as they arise
• Manage Annual and semi-annual performance process using ADP HRIS.
• Review and analyze business metrics such as retention, attrition, and employee survey scores in order to recommend departmental and company-wide improvements
• Guide leadership in team and individual development, compensation review, and goal setting on an ongoing basis
• Manage annual merit review and equity refresh process with the leadership team on an annual basis.
• In concert with the business, develop and support organizational planning which aligns workforce capabilities with business needs.
• Develop, administer and manage benefits on behalf of the company.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase effectiveness and retention
• Understand and enforce existing and future governmental and labor laws
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation
• Complete other HR team special projects as needed
• Maintain an employee handbook
• Develop and support employee onboarding process – including new employee orientations
• Conduct employee relations counseling
• Develop, edit, and recommend employee personnel policies and procedures

EDUCATION/SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, HR management, or a related field.
• SHRM Certified Professional is a plus.
• 15 years HR experience
• Biotech/ Pharmaceutical industry experience required
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now Experience / ADP Total Source
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels within the organization

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor