Lead HR Business Partner

TL;DR

Lead HR Business Partner (Biotech): Driving HR strategy, workforce planning, organizational design, and talent development across the organization with an accent on aligning people strategies with business objectives and supporting senior leaders. Focus on managing complex employee relations, succession planning, change management, and enhancing HRBP team capabilities through coaching and analytics-driven insights.

Location: Austin, TX. Ability to travel ~15% of the time.

Salary: $131,900 - $164,900 USD

Company

Global leader in cell-free DNA testing for oncology, women’s health, and organ health, making personalized genetic testing part of standard care.

What you will do

• Act as primary HR partner to senior leaders, providing strategic counsel on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and leadership development.
• Drive succession planning, talent strategies, and organizational design to align with business goals and ensure scalability.
• Oversee complex employee relations cases and implement performance management strategies.
• Foster culture of inclusion and engagement, collaborating on leadership development programs.
• Lead change management for transformations like restructurings and M&As.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions and track key initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years progressive HR experience, 5+ years as HR Business Partner in fast-paced, high-growth environment (biotech, life sciences, or technology preferred).
• Experience supporting senior leadership and implementing strategic HR initiatives.
• Expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and HR analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations and coach senior leaders.
• Ability to travel ~15%.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for employees and dependents.
• Free testing for employees and families, plus fertility care benefits.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k, commuter benefits, and generous employee referral program.
• Work alongside elite professionals from world-class institutions in a high-growth environment.
• Commitment to diverse and inclusive workplace.