Human Resource Business Partner

azenta; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Inc. is seeking a Human Resource Business Partner to partner with leadership to implement talent solutions, enhance organizational design, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture.

You will coach leaders, drive talent strategies, and manage employee relations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of HRBP/Generalist experience, familiarity with Workday, and a data-driven mindset to align HR initiatives with business goals and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated success as a HRBP or Generalist.
• Knowledge of Life Sciences industry and proficiency in Workday preferred.
• Data-driven, analytical thinker with strong business acumen.
• Proactive, articulate communicator and self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver talent solutions aligned with business priorities.
• Coach managers, manage org design, talent strategies, and employee relations.
• Oversee internship program and onboarding initiatives, employer branding efforts.

Skills

HRBP experience

Change management

Employee relations

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

Job description

Azenta Inc.

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Title

Human Resource Business Partner

Job Description

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

POSITION SUMMARY

This dynamic role is ideal for individuals who excel in fast-paced environments and are passionate about driving organizational success through innovative HR strategies. As an HRBP, you will partner with leaders and teams to deliver impactful talent solutions and foster a high-performing, inclusive culture. You will be responsible for coaching leaders, managing organizational design, driving talent strategies, and addressing employee relations, ensuring alignment with the company's business priorities and values. You will also

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand dynamics and key business priorities of client groups to provide support to business leaders on effectively managing and leading their organizations.
• Act as a motivator of change. Support organizational change management activities to drive culture change and team effectiveness strategies.
• Develop and execute robust plans to attract, retain, develop, and engage talent in critical roles, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee and expand the internship program to attract and develop emerging talent, ensuring a valuable experience for both interns and the organization.
• Support and enhance the employee value proposition by contributing to onboarding initiatives and employer branding efforts, including social media engagement, to attract and retain top talent.
• Partner with COE leaders to shape and implement innovative HR solutions that address business needs.
• Guide managers and teams through annual performance reviews, talent management processes, and compensation cycles, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Leverage data and analytics to identify workforce trends and provide insights that influence strategic HR decisions.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintain 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.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provide guidance on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning to ensure organizational effectiveness.
• Identify training needs within business units and partner with the COE to provide coaching and development opportunities.
• Recommend and implement new approaches, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and drive retention efforts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or relevant program.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated success as a Human Resource Business Partner or Generalist.
• Knowledge of the Life Sciences industry and proficiency in Workday are preferred.
• Solid HR practitioner with the ability to establish trustful working relationships with all levels of an organization while gaining and maintaining credibility.
• Data-driven, critical thinker.
• Self-starter who is ready to take on challenges that stretch their capabilities.
• Proactive, articulate communicator and active listener.
• Sound business acumen and analytical skills.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States