HR Manager

Job Description

The Human Resources Manager will support the business with focus on driving programs that support the long-term people goals of HR and China functions.  The HRM will oversee a variety of business initiatives related to HR programs, ensuring that Biogen processes and standards are deployed. 

The Human Resource Manager will engage with team members across the HR and China functions, supporting the HR Business Partner(s) in project work, employee relations matters, people and talent processes and programs, manager and employee coaching and critical organizational interventions as needed.    

Be a steward of the culture of the Biogen China function team (60-70 employees).

This position reports directly to Head of HR, APAC who is responsible for all aspects of the HR function.

1. Develop and manage the Global HR program calendar to ensure timely communication of programs and coordinated roll-out with the business.
2. Partner closely with the HR team and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to execute programs, processes and practices.

• OTR
• People Survey
• GROW
• Annual Goal Setting
• Mentoring Program
• Nomination Processes for Top Talent Programs

1. Partner closely with the HR Business Leader on the delivery of key HR programs where appropriate (e.g., employee survey, performance management, talent management, talent retention, etc.).
2. Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes or practices that result in tangible business improvements; partner with process owners where appropriate to drive enhancements and ensure a field-ready perspective is embedded within program rollouts.
3. Research and prepare reports on areas of business relevance as needed.
4. Actively engage with employees and managers where appropriate, serving as a credible and capable HR resource.
5. Engage in HR support activities as needed (e.g., ad-hoc issues such as employee relations or supporting ad-hoc projects).

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in human resources or related work. Strong understanding of Workday and other key HR systems and processes preferred

• Education: A BS/BA degree is required. Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA).

Additional Information

• A proven track record of delivery, proactive solutions and a business mindset is a must
• Thorough understanding of the local legal framework, e.g. labor and employment law is essential
• Demonstrated capacity to skillfully communicate with all levels of employees and influence outcomes and establish credibility with functional managers
• Demonstrated strength in organization design and effectiveness, building and developing teams, and must be capable of delivering the full spectrum of HR generalist and organizational development support to meet both current and future needs
• Entrepreneurial mindset

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

Where you are located in Mainland China and the Personal Information Protection Law (“PIPL”) applies, for the purposes of conducting recruitment and HR management within China and having business communication and cooperation with the Overseas Recipient, we will transfer your personal data (including name, email address, country, phone number) to Biogen Inc (the “Overseas Recipient”) in the US (with the contact details and channel for exercising data subject rights at privacy@biogen.com) via Public Internet and Private Internet. The Overseas Recipient will collect, store, use and entrust information system service providers to process the Personal Data for the purposes of conducting unified HR management of the Biogen Group, internal cross-border communication of the Biogen Group, unified compliance management of the Biogen Group and providing information system technical services to the Biogen Group.