Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics. The Guardant Health oncology platform leverages capabilities to drive commercial adoption, improve patient clinical outcomes and lower healthcare costs across all stages of the cancer care continuum. Guardant Health has commercially launched Guardant360®, Guardant360 CDx, Guardant360 TissueNext™, Guardant360 Response™, and GuardantOMNI® tests for advanced stage cancer patients, and Guardant Reveal™ for early-stage cancer patients. The Guardant Health screening portfolio, including the Shield™ test, aims to address the needs of individuals eligible for cancer screening.

As the Senior Director of People Technology and Operations, you will face unique challenges and opportunities. You'll be leading the strategy for key aspects of the People Technology Roadmap & Shared Services Operations function, bringing your collaborative approach and expertise in establishing shared services, leading HRIS, and deep knowledge of Global Mobility to the role. Your strategic leadership and hands-on approach will shape our organization's drive for operational excellence, and foster a culture of collaboration, employee experience initiatives, and engagement across borders.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Establish, develop, and implement a comprehensive global HR Technology and Shared Services Strategy, ensuring seamless delivery of HR support and services across regions and aligning with the organization’s overall business goals.  

• Lead the continuous improvement of HR processes, identifying opportunities for automation, standardization, and cost-effectiveness. 

• Establish and maintain high-quality service standards, fostering a customer-centric approach to HR service delivery (Tier 1 global employee support) 

• Drive efficiency and standardization by streamlining HR processes, policies, and systems to enhance operational effectiveness and scalability through the enhancement and optimization of the HRIS system. 

• Oversee the integration of HR technologies that facilitate more efficient workflows and improved data management. Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of existing HR technologies and lead upgrades or changes to enhance system performance and user experience. 

• Further enhance and optimize the HRIS platform (Workday) to support data-driven decision-making, including adding talent acquisition and compensation capabilities.  

• Cross-collaborate with People Team leaders, Business Partners, COE’s, and outside stakeholders to ensure seamless integration, data security, and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

• Direct the change management process for HR technology upgrades and enhancements, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations.  

• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global HR team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. 

• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities to empower team members and drive organizational success. 

• Oversee and participate in SOX and internal compliance audits to ensure adherence to all regulations. Develop streamlined solutions for audit processes and collaborate with internal teams to mitigate risks and enhance compliance efficiency across HR functions. 

• Lead cross-functional People projects aimed at improving operational efficiencies and enhancing the employee experience across key user journeys. 

• Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing global HR functions and technology. 

• Workday strategic roadmap planning & execution, implementation, configuration and continuous improvement experience. 

• Proven track record of designing and implementing strategic HR initiatives that drive business results and enhance employee experience. 

• Extensive knowledge of global HR practices, compliance, and HR technology. 

• Demonstrated expertise in global immigration practices, with a proven track record of effectively managing work permits, visas, and international employee relocations. 

• In-depth knowledge of global mobility trends, policies, cultural nuances, and best practices. 

• Appreciation and application of internal ‘customer’ service across HR delivery and initiatives. 

• Experience leading and managing engaged HR teams. 

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a passion for developing and empowering talent. 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment. 

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. 

• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and initiatives. 

Hybrid Work Model: At Guardant Health, we have defined days for in-person/onsite collaboration and work-from-home days for individual-focused time. All U.S. employees who live within 50 miles of a Guardant facility will be required to be onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have found aligning our scheduled in-office days allows our teams to do the best work and creates the focused thinking time our innovative work requires. At Guardant, our work model has created flexibility for better work-life balance while keeping teams connected to advance our science for our patients.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $151,200 to $241,900. The range does not include benefits, and if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries across all US locations for the posted role with the exception of any locations specifically referenced below (if any).

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA or Redwood City, CA, the base salary range for this full-time position is $201,600 to $272,200. The range does not include benefits, and if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. If you are selected to move forward, the recruiting team will provide details specific to the factors above.

Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected]

Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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