Human Resources Director

at  IDBS

IDBS is a dynamic and innovative company providing purpose-built software solutions to address the data management challenges prominent across the BioPharma lifecycle and supply chain.
Leveraging more than 30 years of experience in life science informatics, we are uniquely positioned to deliver a portfolio of innovative BioPharma knowledge management technologies to streamline the capture, analysis, reporting and sharing of data required to accelerate the next generation of life-changing therapies.
Cloud-native and analytics-centric, our platforms enable customers in research, development and manufacturing to efficiently and compliantly access critical data and insights to make faster, smarter decisions with greater confidence.
IDBS serves thousands of users across hundreds of organizations around the globe. Our predominant customer base is Life Sciences and includes 23 of the top 25 pharmaceutical companies and more than 250 small and medium-sized pharma and BioPharma companies, CROs, CDMOs and CMOs.
IDBS is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
Do you want to work in a dynamic, global role? Do you enjoy driving strategic leadership in all aspects of HR management?
We are on the lookout for an experienced Human Resources Director to join us! You’ll be responsible for the strategic leadership of all aspects of HR management and serve as an inspiring leader in advancing global organizational capabilities and efficiency. You’ll provide direction and lead organization and talent development efforts to meet strategic and annual objectives. This includes the coordination and implementation of processes, policies and programs, as well as organization development, talent development, associate engagement, immersion/on-boarding, organizational planning, retention, management training, compensation and well-being.
As a member of the IDBS leadership team you will serve as senior adviser, counsel, and confidante to the IDBS General Manager, as well as an adviser to other management team members on all thing’s human resources. We are a nested OpCo within Molecular Devices, and the position will function as part of a global HR team across both operating companies and operates as a member of the Human Resources Leadership Team for Molecular Devices/IDBS.

IT WOULD BE A PLUS IF YOU ALSO POSSESS PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN:

• Experience working across a global HR and client organization and influencing across, upward and downward.
• Solid understanding of local employment law and experience in investigations, compensation, and employee relations practices in the United Kingdom.
  Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
  For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
  At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

WHAT WE’LL GET YOU DOING:

• Strategic HR Planning: Utilizing data and key insights, support development and execution of the HR Strategy that supports the company’s growth and operational goals, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent, with an eye on diversity.
• Engagement and Retention: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by managing employee relations, addressing employee concerns, and resolving conflicts. Implement policies and procedures to promote employee engagement and connection between their work and the overarching objectives.
• Improving Leadership Effectiveness and Performance: Enhance the skills, abilities, and behaviors of leaders within an organization. Improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the organization.
• Enhancing Organization and Culture: Identify and implement initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, improving the structure, systems, and environment within a company to create a more efficient, effective, and positive workplace.

HERE IS WHAT SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE:

• Educated to degree level or CIPD qualified.
• 10+ years experience leading in human resources and/or business partnerships. Previous people leadership experience required.
• Ability to synthesize business data and develop innovative and holistic HR solutions that are forward-thinking and innovative. Strong intuition for business and ability to apply human capital implications.
• Demonstrated ability to promote an inclusive work environment and support workforce diversity.
• Solid team skills, the ability to build relationships, and be able to work efficiently and effectively with associates at all levels of the organization. Strong understanding/ application of organizational change and process excellence principles.