Director, Human Resources Business Partner

BioNTech SE

Director, HR Business Partner at BioNTech developing HR strategies to align with organizational goals. Leading organizational development and talent management initiatives for business success.

Posted 4/19/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $168,100 - $268,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational success
Lead the implementation of HR initiatives that support business transformation, including change management initiatives
Conduct organizational assessments to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis) in close collaboration with business leaders
Use employee feedback, engagement surveys, and performance data to identify areas for improvement
Assess organizational needs and support leaders in developing strategies to enhance engagement, productivity, and collaboration
Collaborate with leadership to assess current workforce capabilities and identify gaps, with a focus on business critical positions
Forecast future workforce needs based on organizational growth, market trends, and transformation goals
Partner with leadership to redesign and optimize organizational structures that align with business goals
Oversee talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies to ensure the function attracts and retains top talents
Implement programs and initiatives to retain top talent and reduce turnover
Partner with leaders to establish performance management process to align individual goals with BioNTech’s strategic objectives
Enhance Employee Engagement and Culture support initiatives to align company culture with transformation goals, fostering a positive and inclusive environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Demonstrated ability to align HR strategies with business goals, partnering with senior and executive leadership to influence decision-making and drive organizational outcomes
Strong business acumen with understanding of operations, financials, and industry trends, using data, metrics, and HR analytics to inform decisions and measure impact
Proven experience leading organizational change and transformation, including culture evolution, talent planning, and performance management to drive engagement and productivity
Expertise in employee relations, including managing and resolving complex issues and identifying HR-related risks to protect the organization
Ability to design and implement compliant HR policies and practices in line with labor laws, regulations, and organizational goals, leveraging HR systems and tools where needed
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills to build trust and credibility across all levels, negotiate outcomes, and co-design initiatives with HR partners and COEs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown
401(K) Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
Professional Development Programs
Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR strategiesorganizational assessmentsSWOT analysisemployee feedbackengagement surveysperformance managementtalent acquisitionretention strategiesHR policiesHR analytics

Soft Skills

business acumeninterpersonal skillscommunication skillsinfluencing skillscollaborationnegotiationtrust buildingcredibilityleadershipchange management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree