Sr. Director, Global HR Operations at Moderna, Inc.

As the Sr. Director of HR Operations at Moderna, you will be responsible for leading our global HR operations, encompassing HR service delivery, process documentation and execution, knowledge management, audit and compliance, vendor management, and data and reporting. This role demands the design and implementation of an advanced HR operations strategy to augment the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of HR services across the organization. You will drive the transformation and optimization of HR processes and infrastructure through cutting-edge solutions, including the seamless integration of innovative digital and AI technologies.

Reporting to the Executive Director, HR Operations, you will lead a globally dispersed team and will play an integral role in fostering a performance-driven, employee-centric culture that is in line with Modernas growth. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in HR systems, process design, transformation, continuous improvement, and leadership of global operations.

Heres What Youll Do:

• Design and implement a comprehensive global HR operations strategy aligned with Moderna's growth plans. Articulate the strategic value of investments in HR Operations.
• Build and manage the HR operational infrastructure focusing on scalable, centralized, and decentralized support models to enhance agility and efficiency.
• Partner with HR leaders and COEs to continuously refine existing HR processes and systems to pinpoint standardization and automation opportunities, tailoring solutions to accommodate local regulations and specificities.
• Lead the HR Operations Tier 1 team and cultivate an environment of innovation, continuous improvement, and collaborative effort. Develop escalation paths for resolving HR Ops service delivery issues and create metrics-based tools to assess and elevate the performance and value of HR services.
• Oversee the maintenance of Modernas HR data foundations and architecture. Monitor the HR Ops Health Dashboards and provide timely and accurate data on quality of HR processes and systems; identify and resolve issues before they impact the business.
• Lead HR Knowledge Management to ensure that global processes, SOPs, guidelines, and policies are documented, ensuring they are structured in a way that optimizes and enables AI-driven enhancements and integrations.
• Lead global HR vendor management, elevating the performance of vendors, ensuring we remain within budget, and our processes are compliant.
• Partner with Digital teams to evaluate and upgrade the HR technology infrastructure, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of the global organization. Utilize HR metrics and analytics to gauge the success of new technology deployments or enhancements and prioritize action plans following technology health checks.
• Partner with Legal during new country expansions to embed appropriate processes and policies and stay abreast of legislative changes to ensure ongoing compliance. Lead our HR Compliance Program to minimize risk and ensure accurate and timely submission of required reports to government agencies.

Heres What Youll Need (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in HR operations or HR technology, with a focus on strategic planning and global process optimization.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in designing and implementing HR technology solutions in a global organization.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with establishing new global HR processes and identifying/implementing innovative HR digital solutions. We are digital first at Moderna.
• Prior successful experience working in a high growth environment, in the technology, biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong experience in change management, with a proven track record of effectively implementing large-scale organizational changes.
• Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to balance tactical and strategic responsibilities.
• Strong business and financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the capability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Availability to travel as needed to meet strategic goals and support team functions.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  Vacation, sick time and holidays
  Volunteer time to participate within your community
  Discretionary year-end shutdown
  Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. Were focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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