Director, HR Business Partnerships

Immunome•Bothell, WA

About The Position

Immunome is seeking a strategic, collaborative, hands-on Director, HR Business Partnerships to help shape and scale its people strategy as the company advances innovative cancer therapies. Reporting to the Head of HR, this person will initially serve as a strategic partner to business leaders while establishing the company’s HR Business Partnership function. As the organization grows, the Director will have the opportunity to build, lead, and develop a team of HR Business Partners. The role advises senior leaders across scientific, clinical, technical, and corporate functions, translating business priorities into practical people strategies that strengthen organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, talent development, and business performance. In collaboration with HR colleagues and leaders throughout the company, the Director will establish a proactive, consistent, business-oriented approach to HR partnership. The role also contributes to organizational design, workforce and talent planning, leadership development, change initiatives, HR program improvement, and employee relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience as a strategic HR Business Partner to senior leaders in a growing or evolving organization.
Deep expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, leadership coaching, performance management, and change management.
Experience coaching, mentoring, or leading HR professionals, with the interest and ability to build a team.
Strategic and pragmatic approach, connecting people priorities to business outcomes with a strong bias for action.
Builder mentality and enthusiasm for creating, improving, and scaling capabilities without unnecessary complexity.
Player-coach orientation, with comfort doing the work, coaching others, and leading a team as the function evolves.
Ability to thrive in an evolving environment, bringing structure, clarity, and sound judgment.
Ability to build credibility and trusted relationships through partnership, constructive challenge, clear communication, and follow-through.
Ability to embody Immunome’s values and help preserve and strengthen its culture as the organization scales.

Nice To Haves

Biotech or life sciences industry experience.
Advanced degree or relevant certification, such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across scientific, clinical, technical, and corporate functions.
Build an understanding of Immunome’s business strategy and development priorities to anticipate people and talent needs.
Translate business priorities into actionable people strategies that support performance, agility, and long-term growth.
Coach and challenge leaders on complex people matters, offering an objective perspective and practical solutions.
Use workforce data, business insights, and external benchmarks to inform decisions and measure the impact of people initiatives.
Help leaders model and reinforce the company’s culture and values through team building, decision-making, and change management.
Partner with the Head of HR to define the HRBP function’s expectations, priorities, ways of working, and measures of success.
Serve as a hands-on HR Business Partner while establishing scalable practices, tools, and operating rhythms.
Shape the HRBP team’s structure and capabilities as the organization grows, and hire, onboard, and develop future HR Business Partners.
Assess organizational capabilities, clarify roles and accountabilities, and design structures that support effective execution and decision-making.
Lead organizational effectiveness and change initiatives, including organizational design, team effectiveness, and leadership alignment.
Balance business objectives, employee experience, and clear communication in organizational initiatives.
Lead talent reviews, succession planning, performance calibration, and development planning with business leaders and Learning & Development.
Coach leaders on performance management, feedback, and building high-performing teams to strengthen manager effectiveness and engagement.
Bring business and employee perspectives into the design, rollout, and ongoing improvement of HR programs, policies, and processes.
Advise on sensitive employee relations matters, performance issues, and organizational risk, partnering with HR and Legal as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and their dependents.
100% company-paid medical premiums for employees.
401(k) with employer match.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
AD&D insurance.
Paid time off.
Company holidays.
A week-long winter break between Christmas and New Year’s.
Paid parental leave.