Senior HR Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Shape and execute people strategies supporting business priorities and long-term growth .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $118,100 - $177,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in shaping and executing people strategies that align with business priorities, while leading organizational transformation and talent management initiatives. Proficient in utilizing workforce data to drive insights and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.

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Organizational Change LeadershipTalent Management ExpertiseAdvanced Analytical SkillsProject Management SkillsConsulting and Influencing Abilities

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Hard Skills

Organizational DesignChange ManagementPerformance ManagementCompensation ManagementEmployee RelationsData AnalysisTalent PlanningSuccession PlanningHR Strategy DevelopmentWorkforce Insights

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-MakingAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

PHR CertificationSPHR Certification

Industry Keywords

Global Matrix OrganizationsHuman ResourcesBusiness AdministrationEmployment LawsConfidentialityHigh-Performance CultureLeadership DevelopmentWork CouncilsEmployee EngagementHR Centers of Expertise

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and execute people strategies supporting business priorities and long-term growth
Advise and coach leaders on complex organizational, talent, performance and employee matters
Lead organizational transformation, including change management, organizational design and capability-building initiatives
Build leadership pipelines through talent planning, development, succession and retention strategies
Use workforce data and insights to identify trends and opportunities that strengthen business performance
Navigate a global matrixed environment across functions, geographies and leadership levels
Champion an inclusive, high-performance culture grounded in Thermo Fisher Scientific’s 4i Values
Connect talent acquisition, total rewards, organizational development, employee relations and other HR centers of expertise to deliver integrated solutions
Provide comprehensive HR leadership to the Global MSD Commercial team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
8 years of progressive HR experience in global, matrix organizations
Advanced degree preferred but not required
Preferred fields of study: Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field
PHR/SPHR certification desirable
Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into actionable HR solutions
Experience leading organizational change and development initiatives
Expertise in talent management, performance management, compensation and employee relations
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to derive insights from HR data
Excellent consulting, influencing and relationship building capabilities at all levels
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple complex initiatives
Outstanding communication and presentation abilities
Experience advising and developing leaders
Ability to make decisions with limited information and adapt to change
Experience partnering with works councils/unions where applicable is preferred
Fluency in English required; additional language skills valued for international roles
Ability to travel 10-25% as needed
Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
National medical and dental plans
National vision plan
Health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount