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Senior Manager, Employee Relations (Contract)

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Boston

AI generated summary

  • You should have extensive experience in employee relations, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage complex issues effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will manage employee relations issues, provide guidance on HR policies, conduct investigations, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Requirements

  • Required Education Level:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Required Experience:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in ER, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Solid ER experience in Pharma industry, supporting functions in Commercial, Research, Manufacturing, Med Affairs, Regulatory and International
  • Ability to work independently, cross functionally, multi-task, project management skills, good excellent communication and report writing skills, and change agility
  • Previously managed an ER team and high case volume
  • Digital Literacy experience required including Microsoft, Workday, Analytic dashboarding
  • Human resources experience, including experience implementing HR strategies, expertise in the areas of employee experience, talent mobility, organizational effectiveness, management development and change management

Responsibilities

  • Partner with ER Director to develop strategies to support the business and PX team, and proactively develop solutions to address trends to support attraction, retention and development of talent and capabilities across the business.
  • Analyze ER trends and recommend actions, solutions and strategies to address opportunities
  • Identify and implement digital tools and resources to support ER function and deployment of ER related data. This includes a platform for case management, utilization of data analytics/reporting, and trend analysis to support people related solutions and business objectives.
  • Leverage data, dashboards and analytics to show progress and trends across Vertex goals, and support process optimization.
  • Lead special projects that positively impact our workforce, promote company values and enhance the employee

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Manager, Employee Relations (Contract).

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Manager, Employee Relations?

Key responsibilities include providing subject matter expertise on employee relations matters, conducting investigations, partnering with the ER team and HRPBs, serving as a point of contact for ER-related issues, and providing guidance and training to PX Advisors.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor's degree is required for this position.

How many years of experience are typically required for this role?

A minimum of 7 years of experience in Employee Relations is typically required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What specific industry experience is preferred for candidates?

Solid Employee Relations experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred, particularly supporting functions in Commercial, Research, Manufacturing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and International settings.

What kind of skills are expected from candidates for this position?

Candidates should have strong project management skills, excellent communication and report writing abilities, the ability to work independently and cross-functionally, and change agility. Digital literacy, particularly with Microsoft tools, Workday, and analytic dashboarding, is also required.

Is this a permanent position?

No, this is a contract role starting with 5 months, with the potential to extend or convert to a permanent position.

What is the pay range for this position?

The pay range for this position is $48 - $52 per hour.

Will the selected candidate be an employee of Vertex Pharmaceuticals?

No, the selected individual will be an employee of a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals.

Is overtime pay applicable for this role?

Yes, this role will be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply for this position by submitting your application materials, including your CV/Resume, through Atrium’s application process or by emailing your resume directly to tempstaffing@vrtx.com, mentioning the job title in the subject line.

Are there any restrictions on third-party applications for this position?

Yes, there are no C2C (Corp-to-Corp) or third-party vendor applications allowed for this position.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

The Science of Possibility

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. We discovered and developed the first medicines to treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF), a rare, life-threatening genetic disease. In addition to clinical development programs in CF, Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs focused on the underlying mechanisms of other serious diseases. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, our corporate headquarters is now located in Boston’s Innovation District, and our international headquarters is in London, United Kingdom. We currently employ approximately 3,500 people in the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia and Latin America with nearly two-thirds of our staff dedicated to research and development. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry’s top places to work by Science Magazine, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal and the San Diego Business Journal. Our research and medicines have also received esteemed recognitions, including the Robert J. Beall Therapeutics Development Award, the French Prix Galien and the British Pharmacological Society awards.