Senior Director, HR Business Partner

Clinical Outcomes Solutions

. Operate as the HR Business Partner and leadership team member to one or more assigned business units, aligning people strategy with business strategy .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in aligning people strategy with business strategy, leading change management initiatives, and utilizing HR analytics for strategic decision-making. Proven ability to influence leadership and manage collaboration across diverse teams while ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR Business PartneringChange ManagementHR AnalyticsEmployment Legislation KnowledgeExecutive Management Collaboration

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

HR Generalist ExperiencePeople Strategy ImplementationFinancial AcumenDetail OrientationProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

CoachingInfluencingJudgmentDecision-MakingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS Office 365Oracle HCM

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

CROPharmaceuticalGlobal TeamsHigh Growth EnvironmentsEmployee Relations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate as the HR Business Partner and leadership team member to one or more assigned business units, aligning people strategy with business strategy
Lead implementation and delivery of people strategy and programs with COE leaders and teams
Provide coaching and thought partnership across multiple leadership teams
Influence leadership, management and employee levels
Manage collaboration of matrix teams, including HR and broader organizational partners such as employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, finance, payroll, HR operations and legal
Lead change-management activities and communications related to global HR programs, reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions
Ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruption to business operations
Use HR analytics to inform strategic decisions and measure HR initiative effectiveness
Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree required
10+ years of experience as an HR generalist or a combination of generalist and specialist experience
Proven success partnering with senior executive management teams in mid to large, early stage and/or high growth global environments
Strong business and financial acumen
Detail oriented with demonstrated ability to lead big-picture strategy and detailed execution
Working knowledge of local and relevant employment legislation
Experience working in global teams with ability to lead and influence at all organizational levels
High level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion
Excellent problem-solving, judgement and decision-making skills within nuanced and confidential situations
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
Expert knowledge of MS Office 365 tools
Experience with Oracle HCM preferred
Experience in CRO, pharmaceutical or similar related industries preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive total reward package
World class employee benefits
Supportive policies
Wellbeing initiatives tailored to support employees and their families at all stages of their careers