Title: Senior HR Generalist

Overtime Status:Exempt

Employment Status:Full-Time

Pay Range: $85,000 to $110,000 / yearly DOE

The hiring pay range for this position is $85,000 to $110,000per year based on skills, education, and experience relevant to this role.

Inventprise is a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical company addressing global health inequalities by empowering people to live healthy lives. We do this by developing novel vaccines targeting infectious diseases for which there are no current preventive interventions or by optimizing currently marketed vaccines to provide a broader spectrum of protection, making them cheaper and more stable than before. We aspire to provide breakthrough public health interventions for all populations, globally. Inventprise is led by pioneers in vaccine discovery, seasoned experts in manufacturing and vaccine development, and proven commercialization veterans.

At Inventprise, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We are strongly committed to a range of workplace programs that support the well-being, growth, and engagement of our employees and our business. What we offer:

Benefits:

Effective the first of the month following the date of hire, employees are eligible to participate in the following Inventprise employee benefit programs:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, or HSA: Currently Inventprise contributes 80% toward the Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee, and enrolled spouse and dependents. Medical plans are currently provided through Premera Blue Cross.
• 401(k) program: Inventprise contributes 3% of employee base pay each pay period to their 401(k) account. Employee contributions are at the discretion of the employee.
• Paid Time Off: Employees start PTO accruals at the rate of 5.83 hours each pay period - annualized equivalent of 140 hours/year.
• Paid Holidays: Inventprise offers 9 paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and two floating holidays.
• Stock & Bonus Plans: Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus and Stock Award Plans.

Job Summary

The Senior HR Generalist plays a critical role in supporting the human resources functions of our biopharma company in the Seattle area. Reporting to the Deputy Director Human Resources, this position will be responsible for managing a variety of HR activities, including (not limited to) employee relations, performance management, immigration, benefits, leaves, payroll support, HRIS management, analytical metrics, compliance, and HR program development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR best practices, excellent communication, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

Primary duties include:

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Perform exit interviews and offboarding procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, including maintaining the employee handbook, and managing staff communication.
• Stay up to date in knowledge of trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in HR and employment law.
• Administer BambooHR (HRIS), ensuring employee records are accurate, up to date, and compliant.
• Train new employees on policies, procedures, and BambooHR system.
• Respond to employee queries regarding policies, benefits, compensation, etc.
  Compensation and Benefits:
• Manage the company benefits program, including medical plan, 401k plan, PTO, and stock plan.
• Coordinate and facilitate the payroll process with finance department.
• Provide support with compensation benchmarking, modeling, job leveling, and processing of promotions and increases.
• Serve as the primary contact for employees requesting leave, including PTO, unpaid leave, medical leave, and requests for accommodation.
• Process leaves and accommodation requests, maintaining accurate and confidential records, and complying with company policies and legal regulations.
• Stay informed about relevant employment laws and regulations related to leave, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state/local leave laws.
• Manage worker’s compensation claims and coordinate with safety officer on safety incident reporting and procedures.

Performance Management:

• Coordinate the performance appraisal cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and year-end evaluations.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on completing performance evaluations and setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals.
• Facilitate performance feedback discussions between managers and employees, emphasizing constructive feedback and developmental opportunities.
• Provide support to managers on delivering effective feedback, addressing performance issues, and recognizing employee achievements, utilizing the GROW (Goal, Reality, Obstacles, Way Ford/Will) model of coaching.

Compliance:

• Manage the process of sponsoring visas for foreign employees, including coordinating with legal counsel, completing necessary paperwork, and ensuring timely submission of visa applications.
• Ensure compliance with immigration laws and regulations, including visa requirements, work permits, and residency permits.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices and industry trends.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, including maintaining the employee handbook, and developing and managing trainings and communications.
• Assist with EEOC filings, unemployment claims, DOL inquiries, and all other compliance related matters as needed.

Analytical Metrics:

• Track and provide metrics related to recruitment, retention, turnover, employee engagement, performance, diversity, and inclusion.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards, highlighting key HR metrics and trends.

HR Program Development:

• Assist in the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives, such as employee engagement initiatives, performance management, training and development programs, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience, with a focus on employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, conflict resolution skills, and experience managing employee grievances and disciplinary issues. Well-versed in immigration law and the visa application process.
• Experience working in the life sciences industry is a must.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in using HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite for managing employee data, generating reports, and analyzing HR metrics to support decision-making.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to sit and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with ambiguity.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions:

• Onsite presence is required in Washington, US.

Inventprise is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.