Director, HR Business Partners

Company: The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP)
Location: Rockville
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionWho is USP?The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create, the partnerships we build, and the conversations we foster, we affirm the value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work-an environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity, and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.Brief Job OverviewThe Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will be responsible for providing strategic HR Business Partner support for the global organization. The ideal candidate contributes to both hands-on and strategic levels and has a proven track record of positively influencing divisions and their people managers. This position will be a key member of the HR Business Partner & Employee Relations team charged with ensuring effective and impactful implementation of human resources practices, processes and programs globally.The incumbent will perform a wide range of HR activities closely engaging as a strategic business collaborator providing advice/coaching to staff and leadership. This role will drive cross-functional initiatives within the organization globally and is expected to play a key role in benchmarking best practices and leveraging relationships.How will YOU create impact here at USP?In this role at USP, you contribute to USP's public health mission of increasing equitable access to high-quality, safe medicine and improving global health through public standards and related programs. In addition, as part of our commitment to our employees, Global, People, and Culture, in partnership with the Equity Office, regularly invests in the professional development of all people managers. This includes training in inclusive management styles and other competencies necessary to ensure engaged and productive work environments.The Director, HRBP has the following responsibilities:

• Acts as a trusted advisor of client leaders and staff. Builds the business partner relationship with management and staff. Understands the business, goals, and challenges and identifies and/or helps to address systemic issues. Provides continuous coaching and guidance to client group regarding organizational issues that are negatively impacting its overall effectiveness. Conducts appropriate diagnosis and potential interventions.
• Develops, socializes, and implements core HR processes (Performance Management, Succession Planning, etc.) globally in partnership with HR Business Partners located in global locations. Approach must embrace an overall global philosophy for similar feel and effect while maintaining appropriate flexibility for local nuances.
• Leads a team of HRBP in the daily execution of HR support to the organization. Serves as a point of escalation for problem solving on challenging and complex HR matters. Develops recommendations and provides guidance to clients and/or HRBP team for resolutions. Analyzes trends and root causes and looks for opportunities to improve work environment and client group satisfaction when appropriate.
• Assists managers with all aspects of the annual performance management and development process including coaching client groups on effective documentation practices for good and poor performance. Ensures legal compliance and provides constructive feedback to evaluator to improve quality of evaluation where necessary.
• Provides a high level of service to staff and management by managing expectations and driving results. Provides information and direction to employees regarding policies, performance improvement and career development.
• Identifies talent gaps and development needs of the client groups, its managers, and staff in key positions. Plays a role in implementing succession planning, career management, performance management and recruiting strategies.
• Partners with HR Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, HRIS and Learning) to address related issues and problems and to ensure client groups receive the necessary services, support and communications from these centralized HR functions.Who is USP Looking For?The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or relevant field.
  • 12-15 years of progressive experience as a Human Resources Business Partner.
  • Minimum of 3 years of people management experience.Additional Desired Preferences
    • Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
    • Deep knowledge of OD concepts and models such as HR lifecycle process development, employee engagement monitoring tools, team effectiveness, change management, organizational design and leadership development.
    • Strong coaching, conflict resolution, relationship and team building skills
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong results/goal orientation.
    • Strong proficiency/experience with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
    • Ability to travel internationally if required.Supervisory Responsibilities2 - 3 Sr HR Business PartnersBenefitsUSP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.CompensationBase Salary Range: USD $157,500 - 209,500 annually.Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of roleIndividual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate's skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specificwritten agreement with USP.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.Job Category Human ResourcesJob Type Full-Time
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