Executive Director, Global People Operations

About the Company

Innovative biotechnology (BioTech) firm

Industry Biotechnology

Type Public Company

Founded 2013

Employees 501-1000

Categories

Biotechnology B2B SAAS Enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning Pharmaceutical Software Therapeutics Manufacturing Pharmaceuticals Medicine Chemical Products

Specialties

pharmaceuticals drug discovery rare diseases drug repurposing inflammation immuno-oncology diseases of aging phenomics and artificial intelligence artificial intelligence machine learning technology biology neuroscience cancer techbio biotech pharma platform tech oncology pipeline disease future innovation nvidia supercomputer data and rare disease

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Global People Operations to play a pivotal role in aligning people processes, infrastructure, and programs with the organization's mission and rapid growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence and enhancing the employee experience across multiple geographies. This includes overseeing all aspects of global people operations, from payroll and benefits administration to employee records, immigration, and compliance. The role demands a leader with a strong background in people operations, particularly in tech-enabled industries, and a proven track record in managing and developing high-performing teams. The Executive Director will also be instrumental in driving process improvements, curating and implementing policies that align with business needs and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the global team.

Applicants for the Executive Director position should have a minimum of 7 years' of relevant experience in people operations, with at least 5 years' in a managerial capacity. The role requires a deep understanding of HR tech systems, including experience in implementation, and a keen interest in using AI, automation, and tech ecosystems to enhance the employee experience. Knowledge of North American and UK operating environments, as well as in-depth understanding of employment law and compliance best practices, is essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner, using data-driven insights to inform decisions, and will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Human Resources Non-Profit Management