Focus on the development of client-based human workforce capital solutions partnering with senior leaders in global Commercial functions such as Marketing, Product Management, and/or Commercial Operations.
Design and execute innovative programs and solutions for their clients, also have impact on our HRBP function by sharing back best practices and learnings.
Lead initiatives with impact across client organizations and take a leadership or support role in cross-functional project teams.
Collaborate with COE partners to define organizational and people strategies that effectively support Illumina’s strategy and deliver results.
Attend staff meetings, and provide real-time HR guidance to determine approaches to new assignments and projects.
Ensure effective leadership teams and succession pipelines through leadership development, hiring, and coaching.
Lead core HR programs for the business including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, compensation planning (merit and equity cycles).
Build strong consultative relationships with senior executives and business leaders, acting as a strategic HR partner and actively participating in shaping business strategies on employee engagement and retention.
Lead specific project work determined by both business priority and HR initiatives to drive results.
Participate in cross-functional work groups to gain and offer HR insights on business and operational challenges.

Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience in HR Business partnering and other relevant HR COE experience (such as employee relations, talent management) with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years of experience; or equivalent experience.
Prior experience supporting Commercial functions is preferred (though not required).
Proven communication and influencing skills with a demonstrated capacity to effectively and practically communicate HR practices to meet business needs in a complex, fast-moving environment.
Demonstrated ability to balance advocacy for company initiatives, policies and practices in balance with employee advocacy.
Experience in employee relations in California.
Ability to understand business imperatives and translate to HR initiatives.
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn the business and understand what drives business results and outcomes.
Experience with employment and workplace safety laws and compliance requirements.

Senior Staff Human Resources Business Partner

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