Senior Director, Human Resources

Contineum Therapeutics

Senior Director, Human Resources at Contineum Therapeutics overseeing HR functions and strategic initiatives. Partnering with executive leadership to support corporate objectives in the life sciences sector.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $215,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership to develop and implement HR strategies and programs that support corporate objectives
Develop, lead, and administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and equity. Partnering closely with 3rd party compensation consultants and CFO
Drive the talent acquisition strategy and resources to attract and retain top talent; perform and oversee recruiting efforts
Manage employee retention and engagement programs and recommend improvements and new initiatives
Lead and manage the performance management process; work with managers to identify and address performance issues
Consult, advise, and coach executive leadership in HR, people, and organizational matters
Collaborate with leaders on organizational design and implementation and recommend and develop programs to promote employee development
Monitor employee engagement and develop HR programs that evaluate and maintain engagement
Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local, state, and federal regulations and employment law
Manage all HR systems, including maintenance, data analysis, reports, and knowledge of systems
Address and resolve employee relations issues and conduct employee investigations as necessary
Perform hands-on, day-to-day HR administration and direction, such as managing recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees; developing, updating, and communicating procedures and policies; performing benefits and leave of absence administration; ensuring legal compliance; and providing daily assistance as needed
Collaborate closely with the Accounting & Finance department on payroll and people-related budget and expenses
Monitor the HR department budget and resources
Perform other responsibilities as business needs require

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field
Minimum 8-10 years of related experience with 1-2 years in an HR leadership role
Prior experience in the life sciences industry preferred
HRCI or SHRM certification preferred
Extensive and broad knowledge in HR functional areas and legal compliance
Demonstrated leader willing to be hands-on and strategically focused
Strong business acumen and ability to articulate information to others
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to extensively collaborate, as well as lead, drive, and execute independently
Capable of building trusting relationships with leaders and employees and operating with a high level of integrity
Advanced attention to detail, sound judgment, adaptability, and initiative

Benefits

Comp & perks

90% employer-covered benefits
Flexible PTO
A very generous holiday schedule that includes a week off in August and time off around the winter holidays
A well-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
Additional benefits include the opportunity for annual bonuses, stock options, an Employee Stock Purchase Program, and a 401(k) with an employer match
The comprehensive wellness program includes medical, dental, vision, and LTD coverage

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Hard Skills & Tools

Compensation and Benefits AdministrationPerformance Management ProcessEmployee Relations ManagementHR Systems ManagementData Analysis and Reporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsLeadership and CollaborationAttention to DetailSound Judgment

Certifications

HRCI CertificationSHRM Certification