Manager/Associate Director, HR Operations

About Us:

We are a startup biotechnology company dedicated to the development of novel cell therapies to cure cancers. The company was founded on pioneering work carried out in the laboratories of Dr. Carl June and Dr. Andy Minn (University of Pennsylvania), Dr. Kole Roybal (UCSF), and Dr. Christopher Garcia (Stanford University). We are using viral vectors, universal targets, and novel cytokine biology to enhance CAR T activity in solid tumors. Our therapeutic approach has potential to be used across multiple tumor types, enabling us to treat significant numbers of cancer patients.

At our company, you would become one of our early team members where you would help to engineer a universal treatment across solid tumors, be a vital part of building our culture, and help create a world where all cancer patients can be cured.We are determined to deliver with urgency to discover new solutions and we always stay dedicated to scientific rigor; we have an ownership mindset because each and every one of us is integral to our success. Collaboration is core for us because we believe that by bringing people together with diverse perspectives, we make a stronger whole. And, we show we care about our work and each other by sharing feedback - ultimately in service of our vision to empower people to continue forward with their lives – cancer free.

The Role:

We are looking for an Manager/Associate Director, HR Operations to join our growing team. In this new role, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing HR processes from hire to retire. This includes supporting the candidate experience, on-boarding, HR technologies, benefits, compensation, performance management, employee learning, and employee engagement. As part of a small team, this is a great opportunity to learn about all facets of HR from strategy to execution to on-going process improvement. The ideal candidate will thrive in a small, growing and fast-passed environment, is willing to take on tasks outside of their core job responsibilities and will enjoy partnering with colleagues across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Hiring & On-Boarding – Responsible for supporting the entire interview process including interviewing & assessment and on-boarding; guiding Managers and Team Members through the immigration process, creates a positive and welcoming experience for all candidates & new hires; may at times support interview scheduling and coordination

Total Rewards & Performance Management – Leads the benefits design and administration process; supports various compensation related projects such as market pricing, salary submissions, year-end salary planning, budget analysis and planning; supports the end of year and mid-year performance review process including system configuration and testing, employee training and communications

Learning & Employee Engagement – Develops and implements solutions for employee development and employee engagement

HR Technologies – Serves as the subject matter expert on HR technologies; generates reports, maintains accurate data; partners closely with Finance team to provide payroll information

HR Policies & Compliance – Develops, implements, and maintains HR policies and procedures while maintaining a working knowledge of labor & employment laws; manages leave processes; guides employees and people leaders through employee relations of moderate complexity

Communications – Develops clear and compelling employee communications around employee benefits, programs & processes; partners closely with external media partners to support external communications about the team and culture; serves as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries

Special Projects – As part of a small team in a start-up environment, will participate in and /or lead special projects to improve the overall effectiveness of the team

Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in human resources, management, business, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in HR operations, shared services, or HR generalist field
• Strong customer service orientation, demonstrated ability to develop employee-centric processes, solutions and communications
• Strong working knowledge of HR technologies
• Strong working knowledge of employee benefits and leave administration
• Strong attention-to-detail and highly skilled at process improvement, project management, and data management
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Experience with Rippling and/or Greenhouse is a plus
• Experience working in a small, startup environment where processes need to be established
• Experience with employee relations
• Experience with interviewing and selection
• Fundamental knowledge of immigration law and work permit/green card processes

What we Value:

At our company, we hire for values first, followed by capabilities and skills. Our values guide everything we do…

Determined to Deliver:

By working with focus and passion, we can provide patients with the solutions they need.

Own Every Outcome:

We can reach new heights when we stay centered on our shared success.

Collaboration at the Core:

When we band together, our work is better.

Feedback is Fundamental:

Constructive and authentic positive feedback may be difficult to master but it is vital to our success.

Working Here:

• We offer a highly competitive compensation package with meaningful ownership through equity
• Excellent coverage for medical, vision, dental
• 401(k) with generous contribution
• Life insurance
• Flexible PTO policy
• Additional substantial benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to inclusion and diversity, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, color, marital status, veteran status, disability status, national origin, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.