Director, Human Resources Business Partner

BioNTech•Cambridge, MA

About The Position

The Director, HR Business Partner serves as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, driving human resources initiatives that align with organizational goals. This role is responsible for overseeing talent management, workforce planning, and organizational development for the respective function to support key business objectives. The Director partners closely with division heads to identify HR needs, develop solutions, and implement programs that foster a positive workplace culture. They play a vital role in driving organizational transformation, ensuring BioNTech is well-positioned to adapt to change and achieve its strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Demonstrated ability to align HR strategies with business goals, partnering with senior and executive leadership to influence decision-making and drive organizational outcomes.
Strong business acumen with understanding of operations, financials, and industry trends, using data, metrics, and HR analytics to inform decisions and measure impact.
Proven experience leading organizational change and transformation, including culture evolution, talent planning, and performance management to drive engagement and productivity.
Expertise in employee relations, including managing and resolving complex issues and identifying HR-related risks to protect the organization.
Ability to design and implement compliant HR policies and practices in line with labor laws, regulations, and organizational goals, leveraging HR systems and tools where needed.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills to build trust and credibility across all levels, negotiate outcomes, and co-design initiatives with HR partners and COEs.

Responsibilities

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational success.
Lead the implementation of HR initiatives that support business transformation, including change management initiatives.
Conduct organizational assessments to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis) in close collaboration with business leaders.
Use employee feedback, engagement surveys, and performance data to identify areas for improvement.
Assess organizational needs and support leaders in developing strategies to enhance engagement, productivity, and collaboration.
Collaborate with leadership to assess current workforce capabilities and identify gaps, with a focus on business critical positions.
Forecast future workforce needs based on organizational growth, market trends, and transformation goals.
Partner with leadership to redesign and optimize organizational structures that align with business goals.
Recommend adjustments to roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines to improve efficiency and collaboration.
Ensure organizational design supports scalability and long term growth.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of organizational development programs and make data driven recommendations for improvement.
Partner with senior leaders to identify leadership gaps and create development plans; assess training needs.
Provide coaching and feedback to managers to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive team success.
Oversee talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies to ensure the function attracts and retains top talents.
Collaborate with managers to identify high potential employees and jointly reflect on career development opportunities.
Support leaders in succession planning initiatives to ensure continuity in key roles.
Implement programs and initiatives to retain top talent and reduce turnover.
Partner with leaders to establish performance management process to align individual goals with BioNTech’s strategic objectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, addressing complex employee relations issues and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.
Support initiatives to align company culture with transformation goals, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
Support implementation of initiatives to improve employee engagement and satisfaction.
Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and open communication across the respective business function.
Act as a change agent, helping leaders and teams navigate organizational change and transformation.
Support all transformation initiatives in compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with organizational changes, ensuring smooth implementation and adherence to legal standards.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in organizational development to bring fresh ideas to the company.
Continuously evaluate and improve HR programs to support the company’s transformation and long term success.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
401(K) Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
Professional Development Programs
Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance