Sr HR Business Partner (DE, Newark)
Role Overview
We're looking for a Sr. HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic, hands-on HR resource for our US Compound Management Services division.
Based in our Newark, Delaware office, you'll partner directly with division leadership to guide employee relations, performance management, talent development, and workforce planning — while working with the Corporate HR team on policy, compliance, and complex risk matters.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys autonomy, wants to be a trusted advisor to business leaders, and is energized by building strong workplace culture from the ground up.
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Location
- Newark, DE
- Department: Human Resources
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
About the Role
We're looking for a Sr. HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic, hands-on HR resource for our US Compound Management Services division.
Based in our Newark, Delaware office, you'll partner directly with division leadership to guide employee relations, performance management, talent development, and workforce planning — while working with the Corporate HR team on policy, compliance, and complex risk matters.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys autonomy, wants to be a trusted advisor to business leaders, and is energized by building strong workplace culture from the ground up.
What You'll Do
Be a Strategic HR Partner
Serve as the primary HR contact and onsite resource for your assigned business unit(s)
Build strong relationships with leaders to align HR strategy with business priorities
Coach managers on employee relations, performance, leadership effectiveness, and development
Support workforce planning, organizational design, and change management efforts
Own Employee Relations & Performance Management
Independently manage employee relations issues, including investigations and recommended resolutions
Guide leaders through performance management, coaching conversations, and improvement plans
Own the performance management cycle — goal setting, reviews, development planning, and merit reviews
Lead Talent Acquisition & Development
Manage full-cycle recruitment for your business unit, from sourcing through offer
Lead new hire onboarding to set employees up for success from day one
Partner with leaders on development planning and talent review discussions
Drive HR Operations & Compliance
Maintain accurate HRIS records and ensure compliance with policy and employment law
Support leave of absence and workers' compensation processes
Lead job description updates and partner on compensation reviews
Ensure consistent application of HR policy across your division
Champion Culture & Engagement
Lead engagement initiatives that boost morale, retention, and productivity
Foster a positive, values-driven workplace culture at the site/division level
Contribute to Continuous Improvement
Provide workforce metrics and reporting to support company-wide HR initiatives
Identify and propose improvements to HR processes and employee experience
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position will not have direct reports, however, will be a coach and mentor to supervisors and managers. Will lead and train supervisors/managers within division on policies, procedures, leadership best practices and HR systems.
About eMolecules
eMolecules is a private chemical search-and-fulfillment platform serving drug-discovery researchers and procurement professionals.
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