Director/Senior Director, Human Resources, Commercial
Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
October 1, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
$285,200 - $285,200 USD yearly
Human Resources
Role: Senior HR Business Partner for Xenon's Commercial team, focusing on sales and marketing organizational strategy and launch readiness. Responsibilities: advise leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, and scaling initiatives; support HR activities related to product launches; coordinate cross-functional launch activities across HR functions; develop and implement talent and capability development plans; promote a collaborative, inclusive culture; and ensure HR policies align with business needs. Requirements: Bachelorβs degree; 10+ years in HR leadership or Business Partner roles within biotech/pharma; experience supporting commercial functions during product launches and organizational growth; strong business acumen; proven influencing, coaching, and relationship skills; track record in high-growth, fast-paced environments. HighValue: supporting biotech/pharma sales and marketing, product launch expertise, organizational scaling, organizational development, and cross-functional launch coordination. WorkSetup: based in Needham, MA, hybrid model with at least two onsite days; some international travel.