Director, HRBP

Freenome; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive talent initiatives. This role involves collaborating with leadership to manage employee relations, performance management, and diversity initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a key player in shaping HR strategies, you will have the opportunity to influence positive change and contribute to a culture of respect and collaboration. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a significant impact in the biotech sector, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will help shape the future of cancer detection and treatment.

Benefits

Pre-IPO equity

Cash bonuses

Full range of medical benefits

Financial benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience with 5+ years as HR Business Partner.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR guidance and support to leadership.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and compliance.

Skills

HR Business Partner experience

Employee relations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Organizational design

Talent management

Performance management

Education

BA/BS in Business or Human Resources

Tools

HR Department applications

Job description

Why join Freenome?

Freenome is a high-growth biotech company developing tests to detect cancer using a standard blood draw. To do this, Freenome uses a multiomics platform that combines tumor and non-tumor signals with machine learning to find cancer in its earliest, most-treatable stages.

Cancer is relentless. This is why Freenome is building the clinical, economic, and operational evidence to drive cancer screening and save lives. Our first screening test is for colorectal cancer (CRC) and advanced adenomas, and it’s just the beginning.

Founded in 2014, Freenome has ~400 employees and continues to grow to match the scope of our ambitions to provide access to better screening and earlier cancer detection.

At Freenome, we aim to impact patients by empowering everyone to prevent, detect, and treat their disease. This, together with our high-performing culture of respect and cross-collaboration, is what motivates us to make every day count.

Become a Freenomer

Do you have what it takes to be a Freenomer? A “Freenomer” is a determined, mission-driven, results-oriented employee fueled by the opportunity to change the landscape of cancer and make a positive impact on patients’ lives. Freenomers bring their diverse experience, expertise, and personal perspective to solve problems and push to achieve what’s possible, one breakthrough at a time.

About this opportunity:

At Freenome, we are searching for a Director, HR Business Partner that will align creative, progressive talent strategies with business objectives to deliver a tailored, value-added service to cross-functional teams. You will partner with leaders across the company to support and navigate the complexities of a dynamic, technology-driven, and rapidly-growing company as we scale in preparation for product release.

This role reports to the Chief People Officer and is an onsite (4-5 days/week) role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What you’ll do:

1. Partner with line management and leaders to provide strategic guidance in organizational design and effectiveness, talent management, employee engagement, employee relations, performance management, and other key people initiatives.
2. Collaborate with other HR functions (Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, People Programs, Total Rewards, etc.) in the design and implementation of HR programs to attract, retain and promote a diverse and inclusive workforce.
3. Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
4. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
5. Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
6. Partner with leaders to improve working relationships, collaboration, innovation, morale, and engagement.
7. Provide day-to-day employee performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
8. Be a trusted advisor on critical talent-related business decisions including org design, planning, challenging people situations, succession planning, and change management.
9. Train and coach leaders to ensure that employees receive balanced and actionable feedback that supports Freenome’s performance framework.
10. Partner with leaders to provide strategic guidance aligning people programs to business outcomes and ensuring high employee engagement.
11. Identify training needs for business functions, new managers, and broad career growth plans for employees.
12. Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success and follow up to ensure training objectives are met.
13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Must haves:

1. 10+ years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years in a Human Resources Business Partner leadership role engaging at the Executive level.
2. Prior experience in a fast-growing, technology-driven environment.
3. Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
4. BA/BS degree required in Business, Human Resources or related field.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to coach, influence, and partner with diverse client groups while establishing credibility and trust.
6. Excellent analytical skills; successfully use data to extract insights and inform decision-making.
7. Solid knowledge of state-specific and federal employment laws and regulations (FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, EEO, ADA, etc.).
8. Experience with driving and championing inclusion and diversity initiatives in an HRBP capacity.
9. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
10. Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
11. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
12. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
13. Background in building and supporting HRBP teams with excellent leadership skills.
14. Proficient with HR Department applications, tools, or related software.

Nice to haves:

1. HR certification is a plus.

Benefits and additional information:

The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $188,275 - $288,500. You will also be eligible to receive pre-IPO equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.

Freenome is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

1. Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
2. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
3. Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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