
Associate Director, HR Business Partner – Illumina India
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- 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