NorAm HR Lead

Biocon Biologics; New Jersey; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company based in New Jersey is seeking a Director of Human Resources to drive strategic growth and manage HR functions. The ideal candidate will have an MBA in Human Resources and over 15 years of experience with exceptional leadership and communication skills. This full-time role includes designing employee retention programs, managing payroll, and mentoring junior staff. Competitive salary range is $200,000 to $250,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of increasing HR experience, with significant leadership experience.
• Familiarity with various human resources technologies and strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to define mission and cultural standards.
• Design and manage programs for leadership development.
• Implement processes for recruiting and performance management.
• Ensure accurate payroll and benefits management.
• Coach and mentor junior HR staff.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Strong problem-solving aptitude

Leadership skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Collaboration and influencing skills

Education

MBA – Human Resource degree

Tools

MS Office

HRIS Systems

Recruiting software

Job description

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

About Biocon Biologics

Biocon Biologics is a fully integrated global biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming healthcare and enabling access to high‑quality biosimilar medicines for patients around the world. With a strong commercial footprint across developed and emerging markets, we are expanding our presence across the EU region to drive strategic growth.

Qualifications

• An MBA – Human Resource degree from an accredited college or university.
• 15+ years of increasing HR experience, with a significant time in a leadership role.
• Familiarity with Operating Systems, MS Office, HRIS Systems, Recruiting software and strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to retain and convey information to multiple stakeholders in a concise, effective, and time‑sensitive manner.
• Strong aptitude for problem‑solving, negotiating, and influencing business decisions.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Role / Job Description

• Strategy – works with the management team to set the mission, goals, values, and cultural standards that drive growth and development as individuals, teams, and ultimately an institution.
• Programs – responsible for designing and managing leadership development and employee retention programs with an eye toward creating a positive work environment that stresses collaboration and reinforces entrepreneurial spirit.
• Process – creates and executes processes/programs around critical organizational functions such as recruiting, on‑boarding, compensation, performance management, communication, and employee and team development that are customized and evolving to meet the needs of the dynamic team.
• Operations – ultimately responsible for the effective deployment of all administrative aspects of the function including payroll, benefits, training, policies, etc. The Director will ensure all payroll runs are accurate.
• People – resource to help facilitate the dialogue, skills, and structures needed to strengthen the team.
• Staff Management – coach, mentor, and provide guidance to junior HR staff in an effort to provide daily HR guidance to corporate employees.

Behavioural / Management / Other Skills

• Ability to make decisions, appropriately balancing risks versus impact.
• Strong leadership skills, able to get the buy‑in of multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with multiple priorities.
• Ability to drive change throughout an organization, overcoming resistance and barriers. Outstanding communication of information and ideas, both written and verbal, to diverse audiences.

EEO Statement

Biocon Biologics is an Equal Opportunity, EEO/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and no employee shall be discriminated against because of their race, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

• Business Development, Sales, and Human Resources
• Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing