Senior Director, Business Partner

Worldwide Clinical Trials•Durham, NC

About The Position

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence. We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way. Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit. Why Worldwide We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us! What the Sr. Director, Business Partner does at Worldwide As a key member of the Human Resources leadership team, the Senior Director, Business Partner will provide strategic human resources leadership and support to a key business area. The successful candidate will serve as a partner to the leaders of these organizations as part of their management team.

Requirements

Knowledge in all functional HR areas, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, talent and performance management, training and development, and employment compliance and legal issues
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, ensuring exceptional service delivery at all levels of the organization
Ability to lead, influence, and negotiate
Results‑driven and action‑oriented
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Ability to communicate effectively and candidly while remaining clear, concise, and professional
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to set priorities
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field
7+ years of progressive human resources experience
Ability to interact effectively with superiors, peers, and others and to communicate ideas clearly
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines on special projects
Some travel required (10–15%)
Promotion to the next level is not automatic based on years of experience. Personnel are evaluated on proven competency, level of responsibility, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, develop, implement, and direct human resource policies, strategies, and initiatives that enable the operational business to achieve their results
Partner with leaders and managers to create and drive change management initiatives
Serve as a partner on talent management planning relative to organizational objectives and issues, including recruitment, employee relations, training, organizational compensation, benefits, and other human resources–related issues
Devise and deliver programs that enhance employee engagement, performance, and productivity at all levels, including programs that help employees achieve excellence in their current position while developing for future career growth
Guide the performance management system to ensure that departmental and employee performance goals are aligned with company goals and appropriately assessed
Manage the recruitment process in partnership with the Recruiting team, taking responsibility for accurately defining role requirements, assisting managers with the selection process, and setting the salary offer
Work on projects and development of company HR policy where required, particularly where it falls within generalized HR support activities; work collaboratively with other members of the global HR team
Assure that policies and practices are consistent with and compliant with appropriate legal and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned.
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all‑inclusive.