Moderna Hiring for Sr Manager, Talent Acquisition, INT at Norwood, MA Full Time

The Role

This role is an exciting opportunity to be a critical part of the talent engine fueling a high-growth organization that is radically changing the biotech industry. As Moderna continues to grow, we need a seasoned life science recruiter to rapidly build talent pipelines, tenaciously hunt the best players in our industry (globally) and be a strong and visible talent business partner to our hiring leaders. We work as a team, we believe in striving for excellence, and we are relentless in our pursuit of the best talent in the industry.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Partner with hiring managers and other Moderna leaders to lead full life cycle recruiting efforts within our R&D function, with a strong focus on building out Individualized Neoantigen Therapy (INT) teams. This role may support other functions as bandwidth allows.

Create and communicate robust sourcing and recruitment marketing strategies

Tenaciously build talent pipelines through networking, employee referrals, cold-calling, events and other creative channels. The ideal candidate will not rely on incoming applications or external agencies as primary channels. A demonstrated passion to hunt talent!

Help define and reinforce a consistent recruiting process at Moderna that results in a superior candidate and hiring manager experience. This includes robust manager kick-off sessions, interview team prep/debrief sessions, and use of behavior-based interviewing skills and assigned focal areas.

Leverage external and internal talent data to best inform hiring managers, and guide them to make smart hiring decisions

Proactively develop strong partnerships with Moderna HR Business Partners and Total Rewards teams.

Conduct in-depth talent phone screens, in-person interviews, and facilitate internal team discussions regarding candidates.

Be bold in creating new ideas to identify, engage, attract, and assess talent into Moderna.

Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

A minimum of 7 years of progressive recruiting experience – prior experience of working in an internal/in-house role is required, complementary experience from recruitment agency is advantageous)

A minimum of 3 years working within the life sciences industry (pharma and/or biotech) where you have managed end-to-end processes, worked with senior stakeholders, operated across the HR ecosystem, and can talk through examples of managing hiring projects

A Bachelors qualification (any further qualifications are advantageous)

Ability to manage upwards of 15 mid /senior level searches (full life cycle) – from Specialist to Director-level searches.

Demonstrated commitment to being seen as a true ‘talent advisor’ to the business

Exceptional sourcing skills (you are a tenacious hunter that turns over every rock and naturally builds talent networks)

Strong verbal and written communication skills – you are outgoing, communicative, and seek to build relationships daily

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

You drive for results and set a high bar for yourself and others

A natural ability to be organized in how you think, communicate, and conduct your work

A ‘digital first’ mindset

A curious mindset that allows you to constantly learn and challenge the status quo

Great pride in your work – you recruit because you love it and enjoy having an impact on the growth of the Company

Respect for others and a desire to work as a team. We win together

Strong Excel skills and solid experience with PowerPoint and Word

A spirit of optimism, positivity and ‘anything is possible’ mindset

Sense of humor and ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment

Preferred: Experience with Workday Recruiting

Preferred: Experience conducting behavioral based interviews and leading the process with clients

Preferred: Curiosity around technology and how to leverage to make better hiring decision

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
• D iscretionary 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, the infrastructure 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 people are 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.

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. We’re 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 make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at [email protected] . (EEO/AAP Employer) #LI-TR1

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