Job Description

About This Role
The Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP) will provide support to the Business Intelligence & Operations organization, Neuropsychiatry Franchise, and External Growth & Innovation group within Biogen’s North American Commercial Organization. The role reports to the Head of Human Resources North America.
The HR Business Partner will support three executive leaders and members of the North American Leadership team who oversee home office and site employees in Cambridge, MA and Raleigh, NC as well as field teams nationally while operating in highly matrixed environment. Specific functions include but are not limited to: Field Sales, Marketing, Reimbursement, Patient Services, Insights & Analytics, Data Mgmt, Field and Marketing Operations.

This individual will be actively engaged in building the Neuropsychiatry Franchise in collaboration with our external alliance partner (Sage) understanding and navigating the nuances and dynamics of operating in co-promote situation. Additionally, the HR Partner will be responsible for providing strategic direction, guidance and recommendations related to organization design, talent attraction, talent development, and change management. Executive stakeholder management and a demonstrated track record of success partnering with Executive leadership in a fast paced and evolving organization is critical. Prior experience attracting niche talent, and building capabilities (individual and enterprise) within an organization is preferred. Additionally, as this team comprises highly technical analytical experts, field based sales teams and case managers operating in a call center type environment the ability to flex to the needs to leaders in these various capacities is also helpful. Exposure to and understanding of how these functions operate in a Biotech / BioPharma environment is preferred. 
The HRBP owns and stewards the end-to-end HR agenda for the business including co-owning and creating the talent, organization, diversity and culture initiatives, lead organizational design and diagnostics, shape the reward system, deploy and manage the talent and people system. The HR Business Partner will be accountable for HR service delivery for a combined population of 300+ employees across the groups supported. 

What You’ll Do
• Acts as a thought partner for the leadership to ensure the people and organization strategy is a key enabler to achieving the business results
• Drives business results by creating/implementing human resource initiatives tailored to business requirements
• Acts as an influential advisor and a credible activist identifying and driving change by owning end to end execution of the functional HR work 
• Serves in a leadership capacity for the continuing roll out of Biogen's articulated goals, values, vision and culture while encouraging entrepreneurial, bold and prudent risk-oriented business activities
• Works with clients to implement and manage human resources processes, including the year-end performance management process including performance assessment, calibration and compensation planning. This includes total rewards and review (annual bonus and long-term incentives) as well as organization & HR Planning
• Builds working relationships with the HR Center of Excellence (COE) functions such as Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, HR Shared Services, and People & Organizational Capability to roll out corporate-wide programs and ensure client’s needs are understood and met
• Ensures the business attracts, develops and retains high quality talent at all levels globally in a continuous pipeline to support the growth objectives, opportunities and strategies of the business
 • Works with clients and other HRBPs to manage and address employee relations issues
•  Coaches and counsel client management and employees
• Plays an active leadership role in the commitment to continuous improvement  
• Act a consultant and advisor with evolving and significant understanding of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to further learning and capability within client group, own function, and broader organization
• Work in partnership with DE&I, the HR community, and the ERNs to build a strong internal and external reputation as a great place to work for all and cultivate a strong external network of appropriate D&I connections
• Utilize the HR dashboard to understand diversity metrics, and review data regularly to reinforce and inspire action, accountability and outcomes

Qualifications

Who You Are
You are a consultative Human Resources leader who is experienced with providing a variety of HR solutions to meet business needs.  You love analyzing data, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, and excel in building relationships with business stakeholders in a dynamic environment.  You appreciate being challenged, developing others and want to make an impact.  You have a global and inclusive mindset, and want to work for a mission driven company. 

•12 to 15 years of experience in progressively responsible roles in human resources, including human resources business partner or “generalist” roles 
• Experience in biotech or pharma industry is strongly preferred
• Must be a self-motivated and self-confident individual who is comfortable operating with minimal direction and who thrives in a dynamic environment as a leader influencing change and transformation  
• Credible and savvy business person who will be perceived as a trusted consultant and functional expert to senior management 
• Knowledgeable in leading edge business practices, trends and information; aware of reward and benefits strategies and innovative tactics being applied in the marketplace 
• Able to build credibility among senior management and peers to gain commitment and support for major initiatives while placing company’s interests first 
• An individual of unquestioned personal and business integrity who will be viewed as trustworthy both within the company and externally 
• Mission-driven individual with high energy and strong levels of perseverance; works toward both individual and team goals 
• Capable of rolling up one’s sleeves to do whatever it takes to drive results; not hindered by protocol or process  

Education 
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in industrial/organizational psychology, human resource management, business or a related field is required.  Advanced degree a plus, not required
 

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.