Senior HR Advisor

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. We are seeking a highly strategic and influential HR leader to serve as a Senior HR Advisor to senior business and clinical leadership. In this role, you will shape and execute people strategies that directly enable organizational performance, workforce sustainability, and long-term success in a complex healthcare environment. As a trusted advisor, you will partner closely with leaders to align business priorities with talent, culture, and organizational design strategies. You will have the opportunity to drive change, develop leaders, and build scalable people solutions that support MGB’s mission to transform the future of healthcare.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred
8–10+ years of progressive HR experience in a senior or strategic HR role
Demonstrated experience across talent management, organizational development, compensation, and workforce planning
Business Acumen: Ability to connect business and clinical strategy to people priorities and solutions
Strategic Mindset: Proven success leading organizational change and transformation
Leadership & Influence: Strong ability to influence, negotiate, and coach leaders at all levels
Relationship Management: Builds trust through transparency, accountability, and adaptability
HR Expertise: Broad and deep knowledge of HR practices, including compensation philosophy, leadership development, performance management, and retention
Communication: Exceptional ability to align diverse stakeholders around shared goals

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior leaders, translating business and clinical priorities into impactful people strategies.
Align HR initiatives with short- and long-term organizational goals, supporting growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
Provide proactive counsel on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and leadership decision-making.
Coach and advise senior leaders to build high-performing, inclusive teams aligned with MGB’s values.
Partner on talent acquisition strategies that attract, develop, and retain critical talent in a competitive healthcare market.
Identify capability and skill gaps and design development strategies that support employee growth and career progression.
Lead leadership development and succession planning efforts to ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders.
Design and evolve organizational structures that support strategy, efficiency, and scalability.
Lead and support enterprise and functional change initiatives, including restructurings, integrations, and growth initiatives.
Develop thoughtful communication and transition strategies that minimize disruption and maintain engagement during change.
Build strong cross-functional partnerships with HR Centers of Excellence, Finance, and operational leaders.
Leverage people data and HR metrics (e.g., engagement, turnover, hiring effectiveness) to inform decisions and deliver actionable insights.
Oversee performance management processes that align individual contributions with organizational priorities.
Continuously assess and improve HR programs to enhance employee experience and organizational outcomes.
Partner with leaders to deliver clear, consistent, and transparent communication.
Encourage innovative, forward-thinking solutions that advance MGB’s mission and strategic vision.
Drive sustainable, cost-effective people solutions that balance financial stewardship with long-term workforce investment.