HR Business Partner

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Alameda, CA, USA
In-Office
142K-201K Annually
Senior level
Biotech
The Role
Partners with organizational leaders to advise on HR strategy, employee relations, policy interpretation, investigations, corrective actions, hiring and terminations. Develops and implements performance, talent management, engagement, compensation, change management, and HR process initiatives. Coaches managers, ensures employment-law compliance, supports human capital planning, mentors HR Partners, and leads process mapping for HR-related activities.
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SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The HR Business Partner partners with leadership at all levels of the organization advising them on HR trends/initiatives in a collaborative manner with client groups as they work towards organizational business objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide HR Business Partnership to proactively improve every HR element of the client groups

  • Responsible for all areas of HR Generalist administration, policy interpretation, employee  complaints, corrective action procedures, and hiring/terminations support.

  • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues

  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required

  • Acts as a coach and advisor to managers/leaders in assigned client group(s).

  • Assist in the creation of human capital strategies that meet the needs of the overall business strategy

  • Design, plan, and implement a range of HR projects and programs, including performance and development, talent management, employee engagement survey and HR policy and procedures

  • Supportive role in change management initiatives, helping to ensure thorough and effective planning, communication, execution, and follow-up throughout the organization

  • Support compensation initiatives and tasks as needed, including: job analysis, design & documentation, job benchmarking and job grading

  • Mentor HR Partners

  • Takes the lead on process mapping for HRBP related tasks/processes

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • There are no supervisory responsibilities for this job.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A/B.S.) from four-year college or university; and a minimum of eight years related experience and/or training, or Master’s degree (M.A./M.S.) and a minimum of six years related experience and/or training.

  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience/The Ideal for Successful Entry into Job:

  • Progressive functional experience in human resources.

  • A demonstrated history of success in supporting client groups in a consultive role.

  • In depth knowledge of organizational development, process management, and change management.

  • Experience conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations and provide appropriate management recommendations

  • Previous experience managing a team of direct reports.

Knowledge/Skills:

  • An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to educate and influence through formal and informal communications.

  • Recognition of the importance of being highly responsive to the needs of senior management, colleagues and staff.

  • Understanding of related employment laws, concepts and practices related to the administration of a variety of human resources programs.

  • Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in field of specialty as well as general understanding and knowledge of other related disciplines.

  • Use independent judgement and initiative within established policies and procedures.

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethic and cultural backgrounds.

  • Ability to simultaneously manage multiple complicated tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Environment: primarily working indoors, performing clerical work or meeting with clients.

JOB COMPLEXITY:

  • Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. May also work on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

  • Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $141,500 - $201,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [email protected].


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.


DISCLAIMER: 
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree and at least eight years of related experience and/or training, or a master's degree and at least six years of related experience and/or training
  • Progressive functional experience in human resources
  • Successful experience supporting client groups in a consultative HR role
  • In-depth knowledge of organizational development, process management, and change management
  • Experience conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations and providing management recommendations
  • Experience managing a team of direct reports
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to educate and influence
  • Knowledge of employment laws and human resources program administration
  • Ability to manage multiple complicated tasks simultaneously

Exelixis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Exelixis and has not been reviewed or approved by Exelixis.

  • Retirement Support Retirement plans are highlighted as a strength, featuring a 401(k) with generous company contributions and immediate vesting. This emphasis signals strong long‑term financial support within the total rewards package.
  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options (HDHP with HSA, EPO, and Kaiser HMO in CA) and employer HSA contributions in 2026. Posted plan documents and contribution details indicate structured support for managing care and costs.
  • Parental & Family Support Family support is robust, including fully paid parental leave, caregiver leave, and expanded fertility benefits. Additional elements such as grandparent leave and backup care broaden assistance across life stages.

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The Company
HQ: Alameda, CA
1,555 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause: to launch innovative medicines that give patients and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for more than 25 years, we have a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our lead product has provided a solid commercial foundation allowing us to reinvigorate our research efforts, and grow our team in areas such as Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Commercial. As we expand our global partnerships and further reinvest in R&D to help us discover the next breakthrough for difficult-to-treat cancers, we’re seeking to add talented, dedicated employees to power our mission. Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too. Please see our Community Guidelines: bit.ly/2XXw9w3 For more information about Exelixis, please visit www.exelixis.com, follow @ExelixisInc on Twitter or like Exelixis, Inc. on Facebook.

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