Associate Director, HR Technical Operations

The Role

Moderna is seeking an experienced HR program leader with a passion for digital-first HR systems, AI, and automation to join our HR Tech Ops team. In this role, you will lead multiple programs, working cross-functionally to drive efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in HR processes, improving the employee experience and supporting our growth.

You will simplify and enhance digital experiences for both candidates and employees, while aligning with Modernas values and Mindsets. As a key partner to our People Platform and HR Centers of Excellence, youll manage project schedules, design business processes, communicate with stakeholders, create analytics, and develop change and communication strategies. Additionally, you will oversee and continuously improve our tech stack, integrating AI solutions.

We are looking for someone with a track record of delivering complex HR programs, who thrives in global, cross-functional teams, and is committed to excellence in employee experience.

• Lead implementations and ongoing programs, effectively coordinating with various stakeholders, managing resources, and ensuring timely and successful delivery.

• Collaborate and influence across several senior-level stakeholders to identify and prioritize business needs and translate business goals into solutions.

• Lead Design Workshops to capture the art of the possible and take input data and customer feedback to develop scalable solutions that enhance the employee experience with HR digital platforms, ensuring that they are user-friendly, efficient, and effective.

• Manage and resolve escalations thoroughly and with appropriate urgency, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare concise updates communicating results to stakeholders and influence team priorities and business strategy through data visualization.

• Build change strategy for each program to drive awareness, engagement, and adoption across all markets; elevate execution capability across global teams.

• Be COLLABORATIVE with our Digital organization to ensure we are leveraging cutting edge technology across HR Programs including AI, machine learning and other automation technologies.

• Show your CURIOSITY and passion for continuous improvement by bringing new ideas to the table, assessing potential benefit to Moderna and measuring success of new and existing programs.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• A bachelors degree or masters degree with 8 years experience in project or program management in a globally scaled HR/TA function

• Proven history of assessing and implementing talent technology at scale.

• Experience project management experience with tools such as Jira or Smartsheet, and proven experience leading HR programs that have a tangible impact on the business.

• Expertise with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).

• Proven experience in communication and change management initiatives in a global environment.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with AI applications in the HR technology space. Experience with Workday and Eightfold is strongly preferred.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance competing demands within specified timescales.

• Experience of data visualization tools such as Tableau

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  Vacation, sick time and holidays
  Volunteer time to participate within your community
  Discretionary year-end shutdown
  Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture.Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. Were focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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