Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Sr. People Business Partner

Avid Bioservices, Inc.$105K — $125K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including 3+ years as an HR Business Partner (HRBP).
  • Experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced, startup-like environments, ideally in biotech or healthcare.
  • Track record of driving employee engagement and fostering inclusive cultures.
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills across diverse teams.
  • Deep understanding of U.S. labor laws and multi-state compliance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, preferably with advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leadership to implement HR strategies that support business growth.
  • Identify and close competency gaps through strategic workforce planning.
  • Collaborate with leaders on talent management and employee development initiatives.
  • Lead employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
  • Manage organizational change by influencing stakeholders with data-driven recommendations.
  • Champion a positive employee experience throughout the lifecycle.
  • Drive HR processes including goal setting, performance management, and talent reviews.
  • Analyze HR metrics to assess and improve effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Paid time off.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Full Job Description
Description

Your Role:

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Sr. People Business Partner to join our team. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, driving HR strategies that align with business objectives and foster a high-performance, inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will bring deep HR expertise, a proactive mindset, and a passion for building strong organizational capabilities.
  • Partner with leadership to implement HR strategies that support business growth and transformation.
  • Identify and close organizational competency gaps through strategic workforce planning.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to execute talent management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
  • Lead complex employee relations matters, including investigations and resolution, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
  • Proven track record of managing organizational change by influencing senior stakeholders and decision-makers through collaboration, data-driven recommendations, and strategic advocacy.
  • Champion a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • Support scale up efforts, focusing on team alignment and cultural cohesion.
  • Drive annual HR processes including goal setting, performance management, compensation planning, and talent reviews.
  • Provide coaching and consultation to managers and senior leaders on people-related matters.
  • Analyze HR metrics to assess effectiveness and recommend improvements.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 3 years in a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP).
  • Minimum 3 years supporting senior leaders in fast-paced, startup-like environments, ideally within biotech or healthcare.
  • Proven success in driving employee engagement and fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures.
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills across diverse teams and cultures.
  • Deep understanding of U.S. labor laws and multi-state compliance.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and lead with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills preferred.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This role is a full-time onsite position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. unless otherwise stated by Supervisor. The employee must also, if instructed, have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

The compensation range for this role is $105,000 to $125,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are:
  • You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
  • Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
  • You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
  • You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.

About Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Avid Bioservices, Inc. is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on development and CGMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical drug substances derived from mammalian cell culture. The company provides a comprehensive range of process development, high quality CGMP clinical and commercial manufacturing services for the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries. With 25 years of experience producing monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins in batch, fed-batch and perfusion modes, Avid's services include CGMP clinical and commercial drug substance manufacturing, bulk packaging, release and stability testing and regulatory submissions support. The company also provides a variety of process development activities, including cell line development and optimization, cell culture and feed optimization, analytical methods development and product characterization.
Learn more about Avid Bioservices, Inc.
Size
321 employees
Market Cap
$873.5 million
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 million
5 Year Trend
+15.7%
Revenue
$80.8 million
NASDAQ

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