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Sr Director, Human Resources

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Primary Location: Durham, North Carolina, United States Full time R1451176

Job description

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of HR for the US & Canada Regional Business Unit (RBU) of IQVIA?  We're seeking a dynamic and strategic HR Business Leader to drive strategic HR planning and support continuous improvement across multiple business units within the US.  In this role, you'll have the opportunity to develop and implement innovative HR programs within your assigned geography or business line.

As a trusted advisor to management teams at local, regional, and global levels, you'll provide expert guidance and support.  You'll work closely with senior management to establish and achieve strategic goals and priorities, ensuring their successful delivery.  Leading a team of HR professionals, you'll foster a collaborative environment that drives business results.

Join us and manage a talented team in accordance with our organization's policies and regulations, making a significant impact on our HR operations and overall business success. If you're passionate about HR and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

  • Serve as Business Partner and ensure that HR delivery adds value to the business.
  • Responsibilities include supporting business as HR coach in areas such as performance management, talent development, compensation and rewards, addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems.
  • Approve actions on human resources matters.
  • Develop strong and effective team relationships with HR specialist functions/Centers of Excellence, e.g., HRPSC, Finance PSC.
  • Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities related to employment legislation, HR systems, practices, procedures and compliance.
  • Lead implementation of projects and process improvement activities for the day-to-day development of redesign and new local and global HR initiatives.
  • Provide HR Partnering management coaching and counseling to business leaders and managers to effectively meet business line/region goals.
  • Lead and direct activities and initiatives associated with change management involving reorganizations, mergers/acquisitions and transfers to ensure compliance to local legislation.
  • Ensure the provision of timely employee-related information to management teams as necessary.
  • Provide advice, guidance and direct support on all aspects related to people management to senior management.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • 10+ years’ experience as a generalist or combination of generalist and specialist in a matrixed environment.
  • 4+ years direct line management experience.
  • Sound knowledge of local and relevant employment legislation.
  • Extensive knowledge of the CRO, CSO or pharmaceutical and other related business industries. 
  • Experience operating with senior/executive management teams.
  • Experience with supporting large populations of exempt and non-exempt employees.
  • Excellent problem-solving, judgement and decision-making skills in highly complex and confidential situations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status.https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $148,300.00 - $275,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
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