About this opportunity
Vertex Pharmaceuticals lists this Senior Director, Human Resources Business Partner, Global Commercial Strategy opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
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
At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision‑making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
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.
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
Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
On-Site: work five days per week on‑site with ad hoc 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
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
Who can apply
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