Overview

Company
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US)
Location
United States
Compensation
$227,200 - $340,800/year
Employment type
On-site
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US)

Business Services & Consulting • United States

Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner, Global Commercial Strategy

United States$227,200 – $340,800/yearOn-sitePosted 7 hours ago
Business Services & Consulting

About the Role

Role Summary

The Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides strategic HR partnership to leaders across Global Commercial Strategy, U.S. Pricing & Access / Government Affairs, Global Pricing, and Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR). Reporting to the Head of HR for Commercialization, this role focuses on talent strategy, organizational design, and supporting commercial transformation efforts. This role partners closely with the VP of Commercial Transformation to align people and organizational priorities with the broader Commercial Transformation agenda, and in support of the resources within the transformation office.

Key Responsibilities

HR Business Partnership

Serve as a strategic HR advisor to senior leaders across multiple Commercialization functions

Provide guidance on organization design, talent management, and workforce planning

Support leaders in aligning people strategies to business priorities

Commercial Transformation

Support Partner with Commercial Transformation leadership to support execution of transformation initiatives

Translate business priorities into organizational and talent implications

Support implementation of new operating models and ways of working

Talent Strategy

Support identification and assessment of critical roles across Commercialization

Partner with Talent and business leaders on succession planning and development strategies

Contribute to capability-building and commercial excellence initiatives

Organizational Effectiveness & Change

Support organizational design and change initiatives across supported functions

Provide coaching and guidance to leaders during periods of change

Use data and insights to inform talent and organization decisions

HR Delivery Model

Partner with a shared People Advisor who supports employee relations, performance management processes, and day‑to‑day HR needs

Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and HR program execution

Qualifications

  • 10–12+ years of HR experience, including HR Business Partner roles in complex, matrixed organizations
  • Experience supporting commercial, pricing, access, strategy, or value functions preferred
  • Experience in organizational design, talent management, and change initiatives
  • Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders

Pay Range

Pay Range: $227,200 - $340,800

Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market‑leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week‑long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

  1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
  2. On-Site: work five days per week on‑site with adhoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.Vertex 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, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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 make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.

Help Us Achieve Our Mission

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions.The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion‑dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas.

Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1‑mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH‑dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1.Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London.

Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East.Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.

Our Culture

We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them.Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work.The diversity of our people is central to that culture.By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.

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What You'll Do

10–12+ years of HR experience, including HR Business Partner roles in complex, matrixed organizations
Experience supporting commercial, pricing, access, strategy, or value functions preferred
Experience in organizational design, talent management, and change initiatives
Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
On-Site: work five days per week on‑site with adhoc flexibility.

Skills & Technologies

Business Services & Consulting