Senior Human Resources Analyst

Who We Are:

Xenon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:XENE) is a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of people living with neurological and psychiatric disorders. We are looking for great people who thrive in a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and productive culture to join the Xenon team.

What We Do:

We are advancing an exciting product pipeline to address indications with high unmet medical need, including epilepsy and depression. Our flagship azetukalner program represents the most advanced potassium channel modulator in clinical development for multiple indications. Building upon the positive results and compelling data from our Phase 2b "X-TOLE" study in adult patients with focal epilepsy, our Phase 3 epilepsy program includes multiple clinical trials evaluating azetukalner in patients with focal onset seizures and primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. In 2024, we are planning to initiate a Phase 3 azetukalner program in major depressive disorder, based on topline data from our Phase 2 "X-NOVA" clinical trial. In addition, we are proud of the leading-edge science coming out of our discovery labs, including early-stage research programs that leverage our extensive ion channel expertise and drug discovery capabilities to identify validated drug targets and develop new product candidates. Backed by a strong balance sheet to support our growth plans, we continue to build a fully integrated, premier neuroscience company with strong discovery, clinical development, corporate, and commercial operations.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Human Resources Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring systems, processes, data, and documentation are managed for assigned activities for the Learning and Development program with the Program Lead. In addition, the Sr. HR Analyst will provide support for full-cycle recruitment and employee life-cycle activities for assigned client groups. As a member of the HR Operations team, the Sr. HR Analyst will work collaboratively to ensure company policies, programs, processes and guidelines are closely followed to ensure there is a well-managed experience for candidates and employees. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a data-driven and complex organization to support a growing and fast-paced organization.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Human Resources and will be in Boston, MA, USA. The level of the position will be commensurate with the candidate's education and industry experience. This role is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate and coordinate activities with the assigned Program Lead on all company-wide training programs and initiatives. This includes activities such as content management, scheduling and prioritizing training sessions, communication with trainers and attendees, posting training material (pre/post), collecting feedback, and managing invoices/expenses. Participate in the selection, configuration, and maintenance of a Learning Management Solution (LMS) in collaboration with the Program Lead to enable a learning, training and development program that prioritizes employee experience. Work with key stakeholders to ensure the project deliverables are communicated and documented; update the HR Systems manual to include the LMS module's features and processes. Create and maintain the "How to" guides for employees and managers. Provide metrics, analytics and insights on various program areas as established by Program Leads. As needed, design and implement system generated or custom reports. For assigned operating groups, coordinate full-cycle recruitment, employee life-cycle changes, and performance management and compensation activities. Collect, update, and finalize all position and employee related data for Annual Operating Plans (AOP), Approved FTE variances to the AOP, and 5-year Staffing Plans in collaboration with Program Lead and HR Partners as required from a budget forecast perspective. Ensure AOP data is updated regularly. Cross-train on Dayforce (Xenon's HRIS and payroll system) modules, such as Core, Recruitment, Onboarding, and Performance. Conduct behavior in a professional and respectful manner while maintaining confidentiality. Provide clear information and explanations to employees regarding established and routine human resource programs, policies, and procedures. As necessary, exercise judgment and escalate sensitive and/or complex matters to a senior member of the HR team in a timely fashion. Conduct work with a high level of accuracy and quality; proactively seeking ways for process improvements and streamlining. Participate in departmental projects as needed. Act in accordance with Company policies, including, for example, the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and ensure policies are understood and followed by direct reports, if any. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Commerce (Human Resources or Information Systems) or Psychology, with 6+ years of Human Resources experience executing upon a company-wide process or system. Previous experience working within or closely with a Learning and Development team in the biotech/pharma industry is required. Previous experience with Learning Management Solutions is preferred; strong aptitude for learning new systems. Knowledge of and experience with Canadian and US employment, human rights, and immigration laws. Highly proficient in Outlook, Teams, and MS Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Must possess intermediate level Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, vlookup, formulas) and PowerPoint skills (e.g. charts, graphs, slide deck preparation/design). Strong operational discipline - proactive and organized, with a strong track record of efficiently delivering high quality results. Ability to multi-task, propose and establish priorities in accordance with company objectives. Excellent detail orientation and data entry skills with a process-driven approach towards task completion. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to effectively manage, interpret and present data. Demonstrates maturity and sound judgment with a high level of confidentiality; ability to balance business needs with the role of employee advocate. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and interact with all levels in the organization. Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix team environment, supporting various leaders and/or priorities simultaneously, as required.
The base salary range for this role is $90,800-$102,900 USD; we will consider above this range for exceptional candidates. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, education and other qualifications, years of relevant experience, and internal equity.

Our Total Rewards program includes base salary, target bonus, and stock options, as well as a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-& long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, and life insurance programs, Employee Assistance Program, travel insurance, and retirement savings programs with company matching contributions.

Xenon encourages time to rest and re-charge through vacation, personal days, sick days, and an end-of-year company shutdown. Xenon highly values employee development and has an expanding Training, Learning & Development program, including a Tuition Assistance program for advanced degrees.

US positions only: Xenon Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. participates in the E-Verify program in all states in which we hire. Learn more about the E-Verify program here.

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