Senior Director, Human Resources

Company: Incyte Corporation
Location: Chadds Ford
Posted on: January 26, 2026

Job Description:

Incyte is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to meet serious unmet medical needs in oncology and inflammation and autoimmunity. Incyte is committed to the rigorous pursuit of research and development excellence to improve the lives of patients, make a difference in health care, and build sustainable value. The Company strives to discover and develop first-in-class and best-in-class medicines-advancing a diverse portfolio of large and small molecules. Job Summary (Primary function) Incyte is seeking a strategic and collaborative Senior Director, HR Partner to support our US Dermatology Commercial organization. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, aligning people strategies with commercial objectives while fostering a high-performance, compliant, and inclusive culture. Key Responsibilities Strategic Business Partnership Serve as a strategic HR partner to Commercial and Field leadership within the US Dermatology organization. Translate business objectives into integrated people strategies that support growth, capability building, and organizational effectiveness. Provide data-driven insights and recommendations on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent needs. Talent Management & Development Partner with leaders on talent assessment, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives. Support performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and development planning. Identify and address capability gaps through targeted development solutions. Employee Relations & Engagement Act as a first point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution in compliance with company policies and employment laws. Coach managers on effective people management, engagement, and change leadership. Support employee engagement initiatives that reinforce Incyte’s values and culture. Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness Lead and support change management efforts related to commercial transformations, new product launches, and evolving operating models. Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to deliver scalable solutions in areas such as compensation, benefits, learning, and DE&I. Support field-based and home-office teams, ensuring alignment and consistency across a geographically dispersed workforce. Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to all employment laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, particularly in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. Partner with Legal and Compliance as needed to mitigate risk and support sound people decisions. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 7 years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated success as an HR Business Partner or HR Partner. Experience supporting Commercial organizations, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry. Strong knowledge of US employment law and HR best practices. Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with senior leaders. Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/-SCP, PHR/SPHR). Experience supporting field-based sales organizations. Familiarity with dermatology, specialty, or rare disease commercial models. Experience working in a matrixed, fast-paced environment. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required. Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Incyte hiring organization processes your personal data to manage your job application in order to enter into an employment relationship with you if you are the successful candidate. You may have the right to access, delete, restrict, edit, move, or object to the use of your personal data. You may also have a right to report concerns to the authority responsible for data privacy in the country where the position is based or where you live or work. By accessing this link you can learn about the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, whether collection and processing is optional, sources of the personal data we process, how it is shared, where it is stored or transferred to, how long we keep it, and contact information for Incyte, Incyte’s data protection officer, and your supervisory authority (if applicable).

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