Sr Director, HR Strategy & Operations

Alnylam is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Sr. Director, HR Strategy and Operations. The Sr. Director, HR Strategy and Operations will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the organization's People & Culture strategy.

This dynamic leader will work closely with senior leadership and the Human Resources team to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the company's overall mission and objectives. Acting as a key liaison between the Human Resources Leadership Team (HRLT) and other business units, this role will drive critical initiatives, improve processes, and foster cross-functional collaboration. This position requires a blend of leadership, insight, and a deep understanding of the company's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), providing insights, recommendations, and strategic support for People & Culture initiatives.
• Oversee and drive the execution of strategic priorities, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Partner with the CHRO and HRLT to design and implement organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Support executive-level People & Culture communications and reports for leadership and board meetings.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to maintain a competitive and forward-thinking function.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between HRLT and other key stakeholders across the organization.
• Lead operational and project management efforts, ensuring efficiency and impact in programs and initiatives.
• Support HRLT in decision-making through data-driven insights.
• Enhance the effectiveness of the HR function by identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational excellence.
• Manage and oversee HR governance, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and company standards.
• Drive culture and employee engagement initiatives, working closely with HR teams and business leaders.
• Manage day-to-day HRLT operational issues.
• Lead Executive-led priority projects.
• Manage "drumbeat" meetings and facilitate decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in HR with a focus on business partnership, organizational effectiveness, change management, and strategy.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align transformation strategies with organizational goals.
• Familiarity with global market trends and the ability to drive strategic initiatives across multiple geographies.
• Proven track record of managing cross-functional initiatives and leading high-impact projects.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, drive change, and achieve results.

About Alnylam:Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: ALNY) has led the translation of RNA interference (RNAi) into a whole new class of innovative medicines with the potential to transform the lives of people afflicted with rare and more prevalent diseases. Based on Nobel Prize-winning science, RNAi therapeutics represent a powerful, clinically validated approach to treating diseases at their genetic source by "interfering" with mRNA that cause or contribute to disease. Since our founding in 2002, Alnylam has led the RNAi Revolution and continues to turn scientific possibility into reality.

Our culture:Our people-first culture is guided by our core values: fiercely innovative, open culture, purposeful urgency, passion for excellence, and commitment to people, and these values influence how we work and the business decisions we make. Thanks to feedback from our employees over the years, we've been fortunate to be named a top employer around the world. Alnylam is extremely proud to have been recognized as the #1 Large Employer by Boston Globe Top Places to Work in 2023 for the third consecutive year, one of Science Magazine's Top Biopharma Employers, one of America's Most Responsible Companies for 2024 by Newsweek, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and UK - among others.

At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. We are dedicated to building an environment where employees can feel that they belong, can bring their authentic selves to work, and achieve to their full potential. By empowering employees to embrace their unique differences at work, our business grows stronger with advanced and original thinking, allowing us to bring groundbreaking medicines to patients. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics prohibited by law.