Director, Human Resources Business Partner

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, aligning people strategies with business objectives .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $180,800 - $271,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aligning people strategies with business objectives, leveraging data-driven decision-making, and leading organizational transformation initiatives. Proficient in change management, talent management processes, and fostering strong relationships with senior leadership in a global, matrixed environment.

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Progressive HR Partnership ExperienceOrganizational DevelopmentChange ManagementData-Driven Decision MakingHR Professional Certification

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Hard Skills

Performance ManagementTalent AcquisitionOrganizational DesignWorkforce PlanningSuccession PlanningProject ManagementData InterpretationHR SystemsMS Office SuiteChange Initiatives

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingInfluencing Senior LeadersStrategic Problem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCustomer Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

HR Professional Certification

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalLife SciencesR&D SupportGlobal OrganizationMatrix Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, aligning people strategies with business objectives
Partner with senior leaders and RDFLT members to translate business priorities into people strategies
Provide thought leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership capability
Advise and coach senior leaders on complex people and organizational matters
Develop organizational insight and translate business strategy, priorities, and customer needs into people priorities
Work across the HR operating model and matrix team to deliver functional projects and programs
Partner with senior leaders on organizational redesign and future capability planning
Lead and support change management initiatives, including reorganizations and M&A activity
Partner with COEs to champion organizational values, employee engagement, and change initiatives
Execute business-driven talent management processes and follow up on talent review outcomes
Collaborate with global HR teams and identify process improvements and best practices
Use data, metrics, and evidence to inform decision-making and drive change

Requirements

What you’ll need

Progressive HR partnership experience with accountability for partnering, coaching and influencing senior leaders
Experience across performance management, reward, talent acquisition, organizational development, and change management
Strong business acumen and experience leading organizational transformation, change, and influencing senior leaders
Ability to navigate ambiguity, changing priorities, and high-volume work
Strong process orientation and project management skills
Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to influence, advise, and coach senior leaders
Demonstrated strategic problem-solving ability
Excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service orientation, and management presence
Experience working within a global organization, with a focus on matrix teams and projects
In-depth US, UK, or EU HR knowledge
Ability to handle, interpret, and leverage data to inform decisions and solutions
Proficient in MS Office Suite and HR systems, preferably Workday
Intellectual curiosity and aptitude to leverage AI to create value and unlock capacity within the HR team
Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or related discipline is required
Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences experience strongly preferred
R&D support experience preferred
HR professional certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation
Discretionary equity grants
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Flexible paid vacation