Description

* Permanent
* Geneva, Switzerland
* Posted 2 days ago
* Negotiable GBP / Year

## Director of Human Resources ##

### Early Stage Biotechnology Company ###

**Location:** Geneva, Switzerland
**Sector:** Biotechnology (Phase I)
**Position Type:** Full-time, Single Contributor

### About the Company ###

Our client is a dynamic, early-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Geneva, dedicated to advancing innovative therapies through cutting-edge science. With a global outlook and a lean structure, they are looking for a **Director of HR** to shape and drive their people strategy during this pivotal growth phase.

### The Role ###

This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced HR professional who thrives in entrepreneurial, fast-paced environments. As the **Director of HR**, you will be the key architect and driver of the company-s global HR operations, working closely with leadership to establish scalable processes and foster a high-performance culture.

### Key Responsibilities ###

* Lead and oversee **Talent Management**, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, and performance management.
* Design and implement **Compensation & Benefits** strategies to ensure competitiveness and alignment with business goals.
* Drive **Learning & Development** initiatives to support employee growth and organizational capability building.
* Lead and manage **HR systems implementation projects**, ensuring efficiency and compliance across global operations.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on organizational design, culture, and workforce planning.
* Operate as a **single contributor** initially, with the potential to build a team as the company scales.

### Candidate Profile ###

* Proven track record in **HR leadership** within the **pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector** (essential).
* Strong experience across **global HR operations** in a lean/small company setting.
* Demonstrated success in managing **end-to-end HR functions** without reliance on large teams.
* Hands-on expertise in **talent management, compensation & benefits, learning & development, and HR systems rollouts**.
* Strategic mindset combined with the willingness to execute day-to-day operations.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at senior leadership level.

### Why Join? ###

* Play a pivotal role in shaping the HR strategy of a growing biotech company at an exciting stage of development.
* Operate in a highly visible role with direct impact on the company-s culture, people, and success.
* Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven environment focused on scientific innovation and improving patients- lives.

**To apply or learn more, please get in touch.**