At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
Director- HRBP
This role will serve as Director, Human Resources Business Partner for our Commercial organization supporting the commercial affiliates of Middle East, Russia and Turkiye. This individual will act as a strategic partner for Senior business leaders/General Manager and will have a business-focused approach to help translate objectives to workforce strategies.
The incumbent will sit on both leadership teams and will also serve as a member of the Gilead Commercial HR team to drive and implement workforce strategies that enable business success, foster an inclusive and high-performing culture, and embody Gilead's core behaviours and leadership accountabilities
This position will report to the Executive Director, Human Resources, for Gilead ICR GP Region Commercial and will be based in London, England. The role will require occasional travel to various parts of the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Organizational Development & Change Leadership
Lead organizational design and workforce planning initiatives that support business growth and transformation. Champion thoughtful change management, ensuring alignment with Gilead's Enterprise mindset and commitment to Continuous Improvement. Collaborate with Employee Relations to guide and advise in Works Council / Other local (regional / provincial) strategies and local reorganizations, demonstrating ownership and strategic foresight.
Strategic HR Partnership
Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, integrating HR strategies into broader business objectives. Promote unity and collaboration across cross-functional teams to optimize Gilead's operating model and resource alignment. Provide insights and guidance on organizational effectiveness, talent development / deployment and organizational and team structures.
Talent Acquisition, Development & Retention
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Global Mobility to attract and retain top talent. Use data-driven insights to enhance performance, engagement, and employee experience. Drive succession planning, capability building, and career development, reflecting Proactivity and Authenticity in talent stewardship.
Team Effectiveness & Ways of Working
Facilitate team chartering and effectiveness sessions to build high-performing, purpose-driven teams. Support feedback loops and role clarity initiatives to improve collaboration and accountability. Model People Leader Accountabilities by coaching leaders to foster inclusive, empowered environments.
Inclusion, Diversity & Leadership Development
Embed Inclusion & Diversity strategies into talent and leadership development programs. Encourage utilization of enterprise resources to support career growth and leadership capability. Promote authenticity and unity by cultivating a culture where diverse perspectives are valued and leveraged.
HR Program Delivery & Enablement
Ensure seamless execution of enterprise HR programs across both affiliates. Identify and implement HR solutions that support business goals and enhance employee experience. Deliver impactful presentations and communications on HR topics, demonstrating Enterprise thinking and strategic influence.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or other Business degree (master’s preferred)
- Solid experience as a strategic HR business partner, ideally in life sciences, healthcare, or biotech
- Proven ability to solve complex challenges and influence senior leaders
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into talent priorities
- Demonstrated leadership in coaching, developing, and retaining talent
- Ability to exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and active listening skills
- Deep understanding of employment law and Works Council / Union strategies
- Preferred experience in evolved HR Operating Models working in collaboration with shared services, Centre’s of Excellence and other functional business partners
- Role model of Gilead's Core Behaviours and People Leader Accountabilities
We are pleased to share that Gilead’s Stockley Park and Holborn offices are planning to come together at a new London headquarters at 1 Triton Square, NW1, from approximately Q2 2027. Applicants should consider this planned location change when applying for this role. Gilead operates a flexible working policy, offering a balanced approach with two days of remote working and three days working onsite.
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources or other business degree
- Master's degree
- Solid experience as a strategic HR business partner
- Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or biotech
- Proven ability to solve complex challenges and influence senior leaders
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into talent priorities
- Demonstrated leadership in coaching, developing, and retaining talent
- Ability to exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and active listening skills
- Deep understanding of employment law and Works Council / Union strategies
- Experience with evolved HR operating models, shared services and Centers of Excellence
- Role model of Gilead's Core Behaviours and People Leader Accountabilities
Gilead Sciences Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gilead Sciences and has not been reviewed or approved by Gilead Sciences.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive and fair relative to roles, frequently cited as a standout strength. Feedback suggests compensation compares well within biotech and is a notable reason employees feel valued.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock awards and an employee stock purchase program are consistently described as meaningful parts of total compensation. Equity components are seen as accessible and enhance long‑term wealth building.
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Retirement Support — A strong company 401(k) match with immediate vesting is often singled out as a differentiator. This support is perceived to significantly boost long‑term financial security.
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What We Do
The way we see it, the impossible is not impossible. It’s simply what hasn’t been achieved yet. For more than 30 years, we’ve pursued it, chased it down, tackled it for answers and surrounded it for a way in. We have worked tirelessly to bring forward medicines for life-threatening diseases. Creating Possible drives everything we do. It’s evident in our mission and core values. This is how we built a culture of excellence that is fueled by a passion for improving lives of people around the world. For us, nothing is impossible – because of the people we work with, the communities we stand with and the partners we push forward with. Our ~12,000 employees band together through science, grit, compassion and courage to prove the impossible wrong. At Gilead, the tangible results of your contributions are evident. Where every individual matters. Where all employees can enhance their skills through ongoing development. And where we start every day with one question: “What’s next?” Social Media Guidelines: https://gilead.inc/3t1m7d5
