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Sionna Therapeutics

Associate Director, Human Resources

Sionna Therapeutics, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254


Sionna Therapeutics is a life sciences company dedicated to developing highly effective and differentiated treatments for cystic fibrosis (CF) by normalizing the function of CFTR, the key protein associated with disease progression in CF. Building on over a decade of extensive research on the genetic mutations associated with CF and founded in 2019, Sionna is advancing a pipeline of small molecules engineered to correct the protein defects caused by ΔF508, the most common mutation that affects the CFTR protein. The company has a first-in-class portfolio of programs targeting correction of NBD1, the key and unique mechanism to enable full restoration of ΔF508-CFTR function, and complementary programs targeting ICL4 and TMD1. Sionna’s pipeline has the potential to deliver best-in-class efficacy and reach previously unachievable levels of long-term benefit for people with CF. For information about Sionna visit

https://www.sionnatx.com/ .Job Overview

The Associate Director of Human Resources will play a critical role in overseeing a wide range of HR functions to support our growing biotechnology company. This position will lead key initiatives in HR compliance, compensation, benefits, performance management, and talent acquisition, ensuring best practices are applied consistently across all the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR generalist functions, with specific expertise in HR compliance, recruiting operations, and compensation management.Key Responsibilities

HR Compliance and Legal Adherence

Ensure compliance with federal and state HR regulations, including FMLA, PFML, COBRA, and other state-specific labor laws.Proactively address compliance across states, advising leadership on regulatory changes and establishing policies to meet multi-state requirements.Serve as the primary point of contact for audits and other compliance-related inquiries.

Benefits Administration

Maintain a comprehensive understanding of employee benefits and assist in evaluating and managing benefits programs.Provide support to employees with benefit-related inquiries, troubleshooting issues with benefits providers as needed.Collaborate with vendors and brokers to ensure benefits are competitive and aligned with organizational needs.

Compensation and Radford Survey Management

Partner with leadership to interpret Radford survey data and develop competitive compensation strategies.Manage compensation benchmarking, oversee bonus allocations, and address compensation-related inquiries.Prepare regular reports on compensation trends and participate in compensation planning sessions.

Performance Management

Coordinate and execute the logistics of performance management, including year-end reviews, bonus allocations, and paperwork compliance.Work with managers to ensure performance evaluations are aligned with organizational goals and conducted timely.Support development of performance improvement plans (PIPs) and employee development programs.

Onboarding and Orientation

Oversee new employee onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for new hires.Continuously improve onboarding practices to enhance employee integration and retention.

Talent Acquisition and Recruiting Operations

Provide strategic support in recruiting operations, partnering with hiring managers to drive efficient and effective hiring processes.Oversee and support the utilization of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline recruitment workflows.Collaborate on initiatives to enhance the candidate experience and strengthen employer branding.

HRIS and Data Management

Support HRIS management and enhancements, ensuring data integrity and streamlined reporting.Work with CPO to troubleshoot system issues and implement updates as needed.

Generalist HR Functions

Serve as an HR advisor to managers on general HR matters, including employee relations, workforce planning, and policy adherence.Address employee inquiries and provide guidance on HR policies, creating a positive and compliant work environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.7+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated knowledge of HR compliance, benefits, performance management, and compensation.Experience with Radford surveys and compensation analysis, including working knowledge of bonus structures and pay benchmarking.Strong familiarity with multi-state employment regulations and best practices.Proven experience in recruiting operations, including ATS and HRIS management.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and handle complex HR issues with discretion and professionalism.Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: Hybrid remote in Waltham, MA 02451

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