**Senior Director of Human Resources** **Position Summary** Catalent is a global, high-growth, public company and a leading partner for the pharmaceutical industry in the development and manufacturing of new treatments for patients worldwide. Your talents, ideas, and passion are essential to our mission: to help people live better, healthier lives.  As a critical member of the Site Leadership Team for Catalent’s largest site, the Senior Director of HR will drive both strategic and tactical site initiatives. This position reports directly to Catalent’s Global Head of Human Resources for Cell & Gene Therapy, and will act as a strategic business to the General Manager and the various functional leaders. In addition, The Senior Director of HR will ensure execution of HR for the site in the areas of employee relations, talent acquisition, talent management, and will be responsible for rollout of corporate initiatives in all areas of HR within the framework of Catalent’s overall corporate philosophy and policies, external laws and regulations. **The Role** + Develops and directs HR policies, procedures, plans, programs, and budgets for staffing, employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, organizational development, and HR information systems. Ensures alignment with Catalent Pharma Solutions' policies and business objectives. + Manages and develops the HR team, including HR Managers, Generalists, and Coordinators. Partners with site leadership in strategic planning, providing HR insights and ensuring business alignment. + Provides counsel to managers and employees on HR issues, organization structure, and development. Establishes credible relationships with management and employees, offering support and problem-solving assistance. + Directs recruitment, selection, and placement of qualified personnel. Implements and administers performance management and succession planning programs to improve productivity and ensure operational continuity. + Collaborates with Catalent Compensation to develop and administer fair reward systems. Implements cultural change initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness. + Serves as the site's chief spokesperson for employee-related matters with external agencies. Ensures compliance with employment laws and regulations. + Develops and manages the department budget while maintaining the effectiveness of relevant Quality System components. **The Candidate** + Bachelors Degree in relevant discipline (e.g., HR, Business or equivalent) required; Masters degree or MBA preferred; HR certification (e.g, SPHR, SHRM-SCP) a plus + Minimum 10 years broad and progressive experience in human resources with 7+ years in a management role within large organizations with progressive HR systems and processes. + Experience in manufacturing and leading the HR activities for a manufacturing site is required. Experience in the pharmaceutical or related technical industries preferred. + Expert knowledge in HR management concepts with a strong consultative, but results-oriented approach. + Analytical ability, both interpersonal and issue-related; good judgment and ethics; professional presence and demeanor; strong interpersonal skills and political savvy. + Strong business orientation and financial skills. Analytical ability, both interpersonal and issue-related; good judgment and ethics; professional presence and demeanor; strong interpersonal skills and political savvy. + Ability to develop strategic relationships; strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent presentation skills, adaptable to the level of audience; Superior customer service orientation with strong follow-up skills and attention to detail. **Pay** The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is $223,760 to $307,760 plus variable incentive compensation. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states. **Why You Should Join Catalent** + Potential for career growth within an expanding team + Defined career path and annual performance review & feedback process + Cross-functional exposure to other areas of within the organization + Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K are all offered from day one of employment + Gain experience in the cutting-edge gene therapy space + Tuition Reimbursement **Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!** Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers (https://careers.catalent.com/us/en) to explore career opportunities. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. 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