Associate Director, HR Business Partner Illumina India

• Develop and execute India-specific HR strategies aligned with global and regional HR priorities focused on the entire employee lifecycle.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement organizational design, workforce planning and talent strategies.
• Drive leadership and employee development, succession planning, and career pathing.
• Drive a positive employee experience through engagement programs, feedback mechanisms and the creation and rollout of inclusion and belonging initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions in line with local laws.
• Lead change management initiatives and foster a culture of innovation and agility.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace.
• Partner with Regional Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, reward and retention strategies.
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local labor laws and global standards.
• Develop and monitor HR metrics and provide insights and recommendations to leadership for continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted advisor to country leadership and global HR teams.
• Collaborate with external partners, legal advisors, and government bodies as needed.
• Represent the company in various internal and external forums to lead and market a positive employee value proposition.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive HR experience with a minimum of 7 years of Management experience in India in supporting a Commercial function, a Shared Services organization and/ or Global Capability Center
• Proven Success in scaling HR operations in a global or matrixed organization, ideally in biotech, life sciences, or tech.
• A track record in developing and executing strategic plans and vision with tangible outcomes and business results
• Proven superior oral and written communication and presentation skills with a demonstrated capacity to effectively communicate complex ideas and business concepts
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage relationships and consult at managerial and executive levels
• Prior experience overseeing, leading and developing other professionals and/ or managers
• Highly effective interpersonal skills with strong influencing and negotiating abilities
• Dedicated, fast worker who is able to withstand the high demands of a fast-paced environment
• A team player, resourceful, with attention to details and able to multitask
• Pleasant personality with great energy and initiative
• Strong understanding of Indian and Karnataka labor law, HR compliance and employment practices
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint