Director, Talent Planning & Development - International Markets

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Overview

Alnylam (Nasdaq: ALNY) is delivering on a bold vision to turn scientific possibility into reality, with a robust RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics platform. As the pioneer in RNAi and the leading RNAi therapeutics company, we have always been uncompromisingly dedicated to translating the breakthrough science into transformational medicines to help as many people as possible. Long focused on rare and genetic diseases, our scientific advances are now allowing us to bring the power of RNAi therapeutics to more prevalent diseases and as a result, we are beginning to recognize the full potential of this new class of medicines.

Alnylam is committed to its journey to become a top 5 independent, global biopharma company. We are already admired and recognized for our dedication to patients, company culture that empowers people to do their best work, track record of scientific innovation, social responsibility, and commercial excellence.

Founded in 2002, and headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Alnylam has over 1,650 employees at work across the globe. We are seeking smart, passionate, “change the world” kind of people who are ready to say, “challenge accepted” to our mission. Thanks to the commitment of every employee globally, Alnylam is proud to have been recognized as one of Fast Company’s 2021 Best Workplaces for Innovators, a Science Magazine Top Employer three years in a row (2019-2021), a Boston Globe Top Places to Work seven years in a row (2015-2021), a Great Place to Work in Asia, Brazil, the U.K., and Switzerland, Searmount’s 100 Best Companies and Best Companies for Dads, Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index, among others.

We are seeking a Director of Talent Planning and Development, who will lead execution of the global Talent Development strategy for Alnylam’s International Markets, while also contributing to global talent development programming. This role will be based in Alnylam’s Zug, Switzerland office and will be expected to work in a hybrid capacity. In addition to the core responsibilities, this individual will act as HR site lead for Zug International HQ. The Director will directly report to the VP, Talent Management based in Alnylam’s Cambridge, MA headquarters while also leading under the guidance of the VP of HR, International Markets.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Talent Development Leadership for International Markets (60%)

• Partnering with the VP, Talent Management in translating and promoting and deploying the global Talent Development Strategy into Alnylam’s international markets
• Serve as a partner to the VP of HR in crafting Talent Development strategies across Alnylam’s International Markets in aligning talent development initiatives with regional talent needs, while also directly partnering with Country Managers and in-region organizational leaders on scoping talent gaps and development priorities
• Serving as the lead program facilitator and instructor for local talent development workshops in partnership and alignment with Alnylam’s global Talent Development portfolio

Global Talent Development and Team Effectiveness (15%)

• Serving as a lead global facilitator for global team effectiveness programs and workshops, including DiSC Workplace Team Assessment, New Leaders/Team Assimilations, Team Norming, and other sessions across regions and Expertise Areas
• Contributing to Alnylam’s ongoing portfolio of global Elective Learning workshops through facilitation across programs

Performance Consulting and Talent Management (15%)

• Ongoing partnership with Alnylam’s global HR Business Partners on targeted team trainings and development initiatives along with curated programs and curriculum aligned to the global Talent Development strategy
• Direct partnership with VP, Talent Management on annual Talent Management activities such as supporting Organizational Talent Review, Succession Planning, Successor Development and Risk review, and supporting Alnylam’s annual performance management cycle and program in partnership with Alnylam’s Compensation and HR Business Partner teams

International Market Orientation & Onboarding Leadership (10%)

• In partnership with the Associate Director, Talent Planning (US) oversight and leadership of Alnylam’s International Markets orientation program, specifically for Alnylam’s European Markets, while partnering with HR Business Partnership in Alnylam’s Asia Pacific regions on translating international onboarding
• Leveraging and guiding internal resources to support the logical preparation and execution of onboarding details for new hires

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• At least 10 years of relevant experience required, such as Human Resources, Organizational Development, Learning and Development or related experience to the role. Demonstrated relevant experience in talent management and development will be strongly preferred
• Experience across international regions, specifically, Europe, is required with a demonstrated ability to partner with and effectively instruct across multi-national countries
• Demonstrated experience in course and curriculum design directly aligned to organizational need along with experience on instructional design required
• Highly proficient to masterful classroom/workshop facilitation skills in both in=person and virtual settings is required
• A demonstrated ability to effectively partner with business leaders and HR colleagues to appropriately align learning and development solutions is required

Target Attributes

• An ability to effectively bridge regional needs and approaches consistent to global strategy, balancing customization with scale
• A strong ability to make compelling cases to senior leaders while also effectively influencing and prioritizing requests and ideas with defined strategy and scale
• An ability to communicate with, engage and welcome individuals (learners) in larger groups and individual interactions
• Strong organizational skills supporting an ability to lead multiple priorities on deadline, while also balancing communication
• Strong internal stakeholder leadership skills in communicating with managers and leaders at multiple levels on key logistical details
• A demonstrated interest in employee experience and development enabling a positive and impactful program experience for both new hires and employees participating in programs.

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment.