Job Description Summary

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned biotechnology company supporting life sciences research globally through innovative products, services, and scientific expertise. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are seeking a strategic and business-focused Director, Human Resources to lead our global HR Business Partner function.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader who is passionate about understanding the business, partnering closely with leaders, and helping organizations scale thoughtfully while maintaining a strong culture. Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Human Resources, the Director, Human Resources will lead a team of HR Business Partners supporting employees and leaders across multiple regions and functions globally.

The successful candidate will bring a strong blend of strategic thinking, operational excellence, leadership capability, and business acumen. They will thrive in a dynamic environment and be energized by partnering with leaders to build high-performing teams that drive business success.

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of HR Business Partners supporting diverse business groups and geographic regions

• Partner closely with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational priorities and growth objectives, championing STEMCELL’s culture and values while helping the organization continue to evolve and scale globally

• Provide strategic HR counsel on organizational design, talent planning, leadership development, employee engagement, performance management, and change management

• Foster strong relationships with leaders by developing a deep understanding of the business, operational priorities, and organizational challenges

• Support and coach leaders through complex employee relations and people matters with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented approach

• Drive consistency and excellence in HR partnership practices across the global HRBP team

• Collaborate with the HR functional teams, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, and HR Operations to roll out various initiatives and programs, including the associated change management required

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree (ideally in Science or Life Sciences), graduate level education is preferred, with 10+ years of related and progressive HR leadership experience in a global environment supporting one or more executives (at the top 2 levels of an organization), preferably in a fast moving high technology or life sciences environment. 

• Proven experience leading and developing high-performing HR teams, with experience supporting global teams and navigating complex organizational environments

• Strong business acumen with demonstrated success building credibility, partnering with, and influencing senior leaders

• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and coaching skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution

• Passion for people, leadership, and helping businesses succeed through strong organizational capability

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STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact. 

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual salary for this job ranges from:

$141,400.00 - $235,600.00

STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

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