Senior HR Director, Business Partner- Clinical Research Group
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Morrisville, NC
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- Full-time
- $200,000 / year
- Morrisville, NC
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Job highlights
- Partner with senior leaders on HR strategies.
- Drive talent management and organizational design.
- Lead a team of HR business partners.
- Utilize HR analytics for business insights.
- Influence positive culture change globally.
About the role
Senior HR Director, Business Partner - Clinical Research Group
Location: Raleigh, NC (In-office with 1 WFH day)
Work Schedule: Standard Office Hours (40/wk)
Environmental Conditions: Office
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will do meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join 125,000 colleagues who bring our mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer! Our global Clinical Research team, powering our PPD® clinical research portfolio, are part of our leading global contract research organization (CRO). We provide comprehensive, integrated drug development, laboratory and lifecycle management services. Our customers include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations.
Role Overview
This Senior HR Director, Business Partner role is dedicated to two therapeutic business units within the Clinical Development Services division (CDSD); Internal Medicine & Respiratory, Infectious Diseases and Vaccines. These units have a revenue of approximately $2B and teams of over 1,600 global colleagues.
How will you make an impact?
- Partner with senior business leaders to provide forward-thinking HR strategic partnerships.
- Offer coaching, organizational design, change management, and translate business priorities into impactful people strategies.
- Build organizational capabilities and innovative HR solutions to hire, engage, and develop top industry talent.
- Develop and mentor a team of HR Business Partners supporting global Clinical Operations leaders.
What will you do?
Talent Mindset
Promote forward-thinking HR strategies and talent management plans aligned with business goals for attracting, retaining, and developing diverse, engaged talent. Provide leadership coaching, performance management support, and high potential identification to create top-performing teams.
Business Acumen and Data Insight
Utilize HR analytics to improve talent and business capabilities and influence positive culture change. Develop a solid understanding of industry, market, and functional trends to craft business-specific talent strategies driven by data insights.
Consultation
Facilitate and support evolving organizational needs to drive effectiveness through talent, capabilities, and culture. Act as a catalyst for change, guiding and directing organizational design, development, and change management solutions.
Change Leadership
Drive change by leading organizational design, development, and culture initiatives built upon our 4i values (Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement). Provide creative solutions to complex global business challenges by combining unique ideas, technologies, and approaches.
Organizational Adaptability and Resolve
Establish a solid organizational network that promotes a "One HR Team" approach. Consult with Centers of Excellence (COE’s) in Talent Management, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, HR Shared Services, and Analytics & Diversity to achieve successful program objectives.
People Management
Develop a team of HR Business Partners by providing coaching, mentorship, employee engagement, and work direction. Conduct performance appraisals and career discussions, facilitating employee career development.
How will you get here?
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
- 12+ years of relevant HR experience.
- 4+ years in a strategic business partner role supporting senior leaders/executives with financial (P&L) responsibility.
- Experience in a services environment, preferably with billable talent.
- Demonstrated success in implementing organizational design, business, and change programs.
- Experience influencing global teams in a fast-paced, heavily matrixed, and diverse environment.
- Exposure to and ability to implement process improvement approaches.
- Strong consultative style with proven ability to influence and lead others.
- Experience leveraging financial acumen, insights, and data for strategic consultation.
- Equivalency: Appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Contemporary HR practices.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills with in-depth Microsoft Office knowledge.
- Project management, communication, and presentation skills.
- Consultation skills with ability to influence leaders at all levels.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and act with tact and emotional intelligence.
- Skill in developing professional relationships and influencing effectively.
- Ability to travel up to 30% of time.
Additional Requirements
- Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people.
- Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
- Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
- Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
- May require as-needed travel (0-30%).
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening.
Location & Compensation
Location: Morrisville, NC (Raleigh). Relocation assistance is provided.
Salary Range: $175,000 - $265,000 USD annually.
Bonus: Eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance.
Key skills/competency
- Human Resources
- HR Business Partner
- Strategic Partnerships
- Organizational Design
- Change Management
- Talent Management
- Leadership Coaching
- HR Analytics
- Global Teams
- People Management
Skills & topics
- Senior HR Director
- HR Business Partner
- Clinical Research
- Human Resources
- Talent Management
- Organizational Design
- Change Management
- Leadership
- Raleigh
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 12+ years of HR experience, specifically 4+ years in strategic business partnering with P&L responsibility. Quantify achievements in organizational design and change management.
- Showcase business acumen: Emphasize your experience with financial insights, data-driven strategies, and influencing global, matrixed teams.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your leadership, consultation, and change management approaches, aligning with Thermo Fisher's 4i values.
- Research the company: Understand Thermo Fisher's mission, values, and the specific therapeutic areas supported by this role to demonstrate cultural fit.
- Highlight global experience: Showcase your ability to work with diverse, international teams and navigate complex organizational structures.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career path for a Senior HR Director, Business Partner at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
- The career path for a Senior HR Director, Business Partner at Thermo Fisher Scientific often involves growing into more senior leadership roles within HR, potentially overseeing larger business units or taking on broader strategic responsibilities. Opportunities may also exist to move into specialized HR functions or executive HR leadership positions within the company.
- How does Thermo Fisher Scientific support professional development for its HR leaders?
- Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to employee growth. For HR leaders, this includes opportunities for leadership coaching, mentorship from senior executives, participation in advanced degree programs or certifications, and exposure to complex global projects, fostering continuous learning and skill development.
- What is the expected travel frequency for the Senior HR Director, Business Partner role?
- The Senior HR Director, Business Partner role at Thermo Fisher Scientific involves travel up to 30% of the time. This is to support global teams and business initiatives, ensuring effective partnership across different regions and business units.
- How does Thermo Fisher Scientific utilize HR analytics in its business strategy?
- Thermo Fisher Scientific leverages HR analytics to gain critical insights into talent management, workforce capabilities, and culture. These data-driven insights are used to inform strategic decisions, influence positive change, and develop targeted talent strategies that align with overall business objectives.
- What does '4i values' mean at Thermo Fisher Scientific for this HR role?
- The '4i values' at Thermo Fisher Scientific stand for Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. For the Senior HR Director, Business Partner role, these values guide leadership in organizational design, development, and culture initiatives, ensuring all actions are grounded in these core principles.
- What kind of support can I expect for relocation to Raleigh, NC?
- Thermo Fisher Scientific provides relocation assistance for this position in Raleigh, NC. This support is designed to help ease the transition, ensuring you can focus on starting your impactful role within the Clinical Research Group.
- How does Thermo Fisher Scientific ensure diversity and inclusion within its HR teams?