(Senior) Director HR Global Biotech Organization

• Permanent
  
  • Geneva, Switzerland
  • Posted 9 hours ago
  • Negotiable GBP / Year

Director of Human Resources

Early Stage Biotechnology Company

Location: Geneva, SwitzerlandSector: Biotechnology (Phase I)Position Type: Full-time, Single Contributor

About the Company

Our client is a dynamic, early-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Geneva, dedicated to advancing innovative therapies through cutting-edge science. With a global outlook and a lean structure, they are looking for a Director of HR to shape and drive their people strategy during this pivotal growth phase.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced HR professional who thrives in entrepreneurial, fast-paced environments. As the Director of HR, you will be the key architect and driver of the company-s global HR operations, working closely with leadership to establish scalable processes and foster a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Talent Management, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, and performance management.
• Design and implement Compensation & Benefits strategies to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business goals.
• Drive Learning & Development initiatives to support employee growth and organizational capability building.
• Lead and manage HR systems implementation projects, ensuring efficiency and compliance across global operations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on organizational design, culture, and workforce planning.
• Operate as a single contributor initially, with the potential to build a team as the company scales.

Candidate Profile

• Proven track record in HR leadership within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector (essential).
• Strong experience across global HR operations in a lean/small company setting.
• Demonstrated success in managing end-to-end HR functions without reliance on large teams.
• Hands-on expertise in talent management, compensation & benefits, learning & development, and HR systems rollouts.
• Strategic mindset combined with the willingness to execute day-to-day operations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at senior leadership level.

Why Join?

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the HR strategy of a growing biotech company at an exciting stage of development.
• Operate in a highly visible role with direct impact on the company-s culture, people, and success.
• Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven environment focused on scientific innovation and improving patients- lives.

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