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Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner

Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, California, United States, 94420

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Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID‑19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life‑changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

We are seeking an experienced business and human resources leader to join our team. This role will serve as Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner for the Global Commercial Strategy and Operations (GCSO) organization. GCSO is a ~260‑person organization that manages all global commercial functions for Gilead spanning strategy, decision sciences and operations, and is responsible for the success of the commercialization process between R&D and the commercial markets and ensuring proper global commercial planning to maximize the value of Gilead’s therapeutic assets. This individual will act as a strategic partner for senior business leaders and will have a business‑focused approach to help translate objectives to workforce strategies. The role will primarily support the Senior Vice President, GCSO, as well as the VP‑level leadership team. In addition, this individual will serve as a key member of the Gilead Commercial HR team on planning and delivering HR programs and services.

This role reports to the Vice President of Human Resources for Gilead Commercial and is based in Foster City, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Development.

Partner with clients in planning and implementation of workforce strategies and thoughtful changes in organizational structure or processes to support growth. Drive organizational effectiveness and thoughtful change management.

Strategic Advisor.

Serve as an integrated part of the business, working with and advising leaders to accomplish broader strategic objectives. Partner with cross‑functional leaders to understand how they can better develop and support Gilead’s operating model within the context of the Commercial organization and how they might consider realigning organization structures, resource plans, and processes to better align to product team deliverables across pipeline and marketed assets.

Talent Acquisition, Assessment and Development.

Serve as a strategic business partner with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Global Mobility to support efforts to attract, develop and retain the best talent. Analyze talent data to recommend solutions to improve performance, retention, engagement, and employee experience. Drive comprehensive talent management, critical capability build, development planning, and key succession planning.

Team Effectiveness.

Support the build of high‑performing teams through chartering and effectiveness activities. Partner on feedback loops to identify pain points and areas for improvement in ways of working. Assist with clarifying roles and responsibilities as needed.

Talent Development & Inclusion.

Drive leadership and manager capability development. Encourage utilization of resources to improve talent and career development. Partner in building and embedding Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) strategies.

HR Programs & Services.

Partner to ensure seamless delivery of enterprise HR programs to client group. Identify the need for HR programs or strategies to support business goals. Develop and conduct presentations on HR subjects as needed.

Basic Qualifications

MS/MA and 12+ years of experience in Human Resources

BS/BA and 14+ years of experience in Human Resources

High School diploma and 18+ years of experience in Human Resources

Preferred Qualifications

BS or BA degree, preferably with an emphasis in HR or Business. Master’s degree preferred.

8+ years of HR business partner experience with in‑depth knowledge of HR practices, preferably with some experience in more than one HR function.

Strong track record of serving as a strategic HR partner for senior executives, HR leaders, and employees at all levels, preferably in life sciences, healthcare or pharma/biotech.

Strong track record of developing solutions to a wide range of highly complex problems.

Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business objectives into talent priorities.

Strong leadership competencies, demonstrating accountability for coaching, developing, progressing and retaining employees while ensuring an inclusive work environment.

Ability to exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action.

Excellent active listening skills that encourage employee trust.

Professional and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong conflict management and resolution skills.

Proficient knowledge of employment laws, principles, policies and procedures.

Role model for Gilead core values and People Leader Accountabilities (PLA).

The salary range for this position is:

$243,100.00 – $314,600.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status or other non‑job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Job Identifier Job Requisition ID: R0049466

Job Level: Director

Employment Type: Full‑Time

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