Director, HR Business Partner – North America Commercial

Biogen

. Support executive leaders and guide home office and site employees in Cambridge, MA, as well as field teams across the nation .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $176,000 - $242,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in human resource management, particularly in talent attraction, organizational design, and change management within the biotech or pharma industry. Proven ability to drive business results through strategic HR initiatives and build strong relationships with leadership and employees.

Highest-signal resume keywords

12+ Years Of HR ExperienceHR Business Partner ExpertiseBiotech Or Pharma Industry ExperienceTalent Development And OnboardingPerformance Management Implementation

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Hard Skills

Organizational DesignTalent AttractionChange ManagementPerformance ManagementCompensation PlanningTotal RewardsEmployee Relations ManagementHR Process ImplementationStrategic HR InitiativesContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Trusted ConsultantSelf-MotivatedHigh EnergyPerseveranceRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In Human Resource Management

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaHR Centers Of ExcellenceTalent ManagementDiversity And Culture Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support executive leaders and guide home office and site employees in Cambridge, MA, as well as field teams across the nation
Act as a thought partner for leadership to align people and organization strategy with business results
Drive business results through tailored human resource initiatives
Serve as an influential advisor, owning end-to-end execution of functional HR work
Support growth in franchises and drive launch activities
Manage talent deliverables and onboard leaders
Set performance standards and oversee HR-related deliverables within the client group
Provide strategic direction on organizational design, talent attraction and development, and change management
Own and steward the end-to-end HR agenda, co-owning talent, organization, diversity, and culture initiatives
Implement and manage HR processes, including performance management, compensation planning, and total rewards
Build relationships with HR Centers of Excellence to roll out corporate-wide programs and meet client needs
Ensure the business attracts, develops, and retains high-quality talent globally
Manage and address employee relations issues in collaboration with clients and other HRBPs
Coach and counsel client management and employees
Play an active leadership role in continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in progressive HR roles, including HR business partner or "generalist" roles
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in industrial/organizational psychology, human resource management, business, or a related field
Experience in the biotech or pharma industry is strongly preferred
Self-motivated and confident, comfortable operating with minimal direction
Trusted consultant and functional expert to senior management
Knowledgeable in leading-edge business practices and reward strategies
Able to build credibility and gain support for major initiatives
Unquestioned personal and business integrity
High energy, perseverance, and a mission-driven outlook
Capable of driving results with a hands-on approach
Prior experience scaling organizations and supporting leaders in growth businesses
Exposure to building capabilities within a biotech or biopharma environment
Demonstrated success in fast-paced, evolving organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities