Human Resources Manager

Company: CellCarta
Location: Lake Forest
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

CellCarta is a global Contract Research Organization and a leading provider of specialized precision medicine laboratory services to the biopharmaceutical industry. Leveraging its integrated analytical platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics and genomics, as well as related specimen collection and logistics services, CellCarta supports the entire drug development cycle, from discovery to late-stage clinical trials.
CellCarta, which is under the private ownership of Arsenal Capital, a leading specialized private equity firm that invests in middle-market healthcare and specialty industrials companies, is the union of scientific pioneers of the CRO industry supporting discovery, translational and clinical research. At the core of CellCarta is the fusion in 2019 of Caprion Biosciences and HistoGeneX which brought together a unique combination of biomarker expertise focused on immune monitoring, histopathology, proteomics and genomics, including the capabilities of previously acquired Primity Bio and Serametrix.
Leveraging its presence on four continents and through the addition of Clinical Logistics Inc. , Mosaic Laboratories and Biogazelle, which further expanded its specimen logistics services and biomarker franchise, CellCarta is uniquely positioned to provide complex and customized clinical biomarker solutions at the global level.We offer our services on a global scale through our laboratories in Canada (Montreal, Quebec), Europe (Antwerp, Ghent & Gosselies, Belgium), the USA (California & Chicago), Australia and China (Jining).
Human Resources Manager for CellCarta's Lake Forest site in Orange County California is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR manager to help take a company to the next level. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the HR initiatives in alignment with the strategic objectives of the organization.
This role is expected to be hands-on and balance the strategic with the tactical while managing the full range of HR programs, including talent acquisition and management, onboarding new hires, compensation and benefits, employee development, leadership development, employee engagement, employee relations, policies and compliance. The role is part of the Leadership Team.
You will use your experience, passion for, and knowledge of human resources to further improve HR processes and efficiencies and will serve as a business partner to the Lake Forest Management Team with creativity, empathy and integrity.
You report to the Global VP, Human Resources, based in Montreal, Canada.
Your key responsibilities are:
HR business partnership with local management team and Global COO of the HCGC business
The role collaborates/partners closely with 3 COEs (TA, TR and OD) and a global team of HRBPs.
Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
Support the recruitment and selection process as needed
Manage onboarding programs
Foster employee relations and proactively respond to employee relations issues by identifying problems and suggesting solutions
Manage the performance management system that drives high performance with business leaders
Monitor and report HR metrics to management and provide decision support to the business leaders
Support change programs in the organization and act as an ambassador of the values and culture
Support the Finance organization with payroll budgets
Work with the leadership team on succession planning and people retention strategies
Design and implement HR procedures that comply with California labor regulations
Integrate and harmonize national HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures at the Lake Forest site
Assess training needs and monitor training and development plans
Plan and align the culture and brand message to both internal and external talent
Execute various HR projects, including job leveling, HRIS transitions, ATS transitions, etc.
Nurture a positive working environment and drive employee engagement initiatives.
Profile requirements
Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources Management or related field
Five or more years of relevant human resources management experience with an expertise in general human resources functions. Experience in life sciences industry is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to meet strategic objectives for HR and the organization.
Demonstrated ability to manage HR core processes such as talent management, succession planning, and employee relations.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing HR programs such as recruiting or onboarding.
Strong communication skills including proficiency in English and working with foreign counterparts and at ease negotiating.
Able to make sound business decisions and evidence-based recommendations to senior management.
Strong hands-on mentality
Comfortable presenting information in large groups and facilitating workshops
Can organize resources (people, funding, material, and support) to get things done and can multitask and prioritize
Knowledge and experience in recruiting concepts, practices and procedures, preferably in a high-volume and fast-paced environment
Ability to influence, be self-motivated, resourceful and innovative
Ability to gain industry knowledge and provide pro-active and responsive solutions to business needs
Experience working closely with stakeholders on sensitive issues and demonstrates discretion and ability to handle confidential and private information appropriately
Interpersonally savvy and can relate well to people inside and outside of the organization. Builds appropriate rapport and builds constructive and effective relationships
Is comfortable in a matrix environment and comfortable in a global environment where you report to someone who is abroad
Is autonomous and highly motivated
Can effectively cope with change and shift gears comfortably and quickly.

Benefits
At CellCarta Lake Forest (Mosaic Laboratories) we care about our team and offer a wide range of benefits including:
Competitive wages
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life/AD&D benefits
Additional voluntary benefits
401k retirement savings plan with a healthy match
Vacation and sick time
Career development opportunities
Continuing education
Free snacks
We offer an exciting and challenging position in a multinational environment where employee focus and innovation are key business values.

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