Director, Human Resources Business Partner - Legal and Employee Relations

Danaher•Vista, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Leica Biosystems, we’re not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we’re transforming lives. Our mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you’re not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you’ll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. Leica Biosystems is a global leader in cancer diagnostics, committed to advancing diagnostic confidence and improving lives. Reporting directly to the VP, Human Resources for Leica Biosystems, the Director, Human Resources Business Partner - Legal and Employee Relations serves as a strategic and hands-on partner to business leaders within the Legal organization while focusing exclusively on three critical areas: employee relations, U.S. visa and immigration management, and business continuity and compliance. This role ensures a fair, legally sound, and consistent approach to employee matters, supports the organization’s immigration strategy, and drives HR compliance and risk mitigation efforts. This role will be located onsite in Vista, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred.
5+ years of HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations and compliance.
Human Resources & Compliance Expertise: Proven experience managing U.S. immigration and visa processes, implementing HR practices aligned with U.S. employment law, and navigating California employment regulations.
Leadership & Collaboration: Skilled at operating in highly matrixed environments, building strong relationships across multiple business units and stakeholders, and driving initiatives with minimal oversight.
Professional Skills: Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities; adept at handling sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism while maintaining accountability and independence.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: Ability to travel – 20%, inclusive of domestic and international

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

HR Business Partner: Act as strategic business partner to the operating company’s Legal organization.
Accommodations and Leaves of Absence: Act as strategic liaison for accommodations, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation, ensuring decisions are compliant and aligned with Employee Relations EHS teams, while providing holistic analysis and review to mitigate business impact.
Employee Relations: Serve as the global lead for employee relations, acting as the primary contact for conflict resolution, investigations, and performance management guidance; oversee the internal labor relations system to ensure secure access, training, and compliance; and coordinate with regional HR Business Partners to align and share best practices across diverse local approaches.
Legal Business Case Management: Support organizational design initiatives by coordinating requested alignment of corporate legal resources, ensuring employee relations implications are considered in structural changes.
U.S. Visa, Immigration Management, and Compliance: Manage U.S. work visa processes, including sponsorships, renewals, and compliance, while ensuring accurate documentation and audit readiness. Act as liaison for employees, managers, and attorneys, and support HR business continuity through workforce contingency planning.