Atrium is seeking on behalf of our client an HR Director based in Princeton, NJ.
A background check may be run only after a conditional offer is made, where permitted by law.
Position Overview
The HR Director will serve as a strategic business partner, aligning human resources initiatives with organizational goals to drive performance and compliance. This role will oversee talent strategy, employee engagement, and regulatory adherence while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. The HR Director will work closely with senior leadership to ensure workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to the site General Manager, translating business goals into actionable HR roadmaps.
- Talent Acquisition & Management: Develop succession plans, talent pipelines, and recruitment strategies for specialized roles, including R&D and manufacturing.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure strict adherence to pharmaceutical regulations (FDA, GMP, EMA), employee health and safety, and labor laws.
- Organizational Design & Culture: Drive site employee engagement, performance management, and organizational effectiveness, often supporting matrixed structures.
- Compensation & Benefits: Oversee, in collaboration with corporate teams, competitive salary structures, incentive programs, and benefits to retain specialized talent.
- Change Management: Lead HR efforts during business transformations, site expansions, or mergers.
Required Experience/Skills
- 10–15+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5+ years in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or biotech sector.
- Deep understanding of employment law and pharmaceutical industry regulatory environments.
- Proven ability to influence senior executives and drive strategic HR initiatives.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in highly regulated environments.
- Strong background in talent development, succession planning, and organizational design.
Preferred Experience/Skills
- Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or advanced HR certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP).
- Experience supporting manufacturing or research-based operations.
- Demonstrated success in leading HR during organizational change or site expansions.
- Expertise in performance management and employee engagement strategies.
- Familiarity with global HR practices and matrixed organizational structures.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- Advanced degree or professional HR certification preferred.
- Ongoing professional development in employment law and compliance strongly encouraged.
Benefits
If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.
Commitment to Diversity
As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
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