Senior HR Generalist

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Position Summary

As part of Illumina’s People Support and Care (PS&C) function, the Senior HR Generalist serves as a strategic advisor and coach to business management. This role is pivotal in driving employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational change. The Senior HR Generalist partners closely with HR Business Partners and other HR team members to deliver proactive, inclusive, and scalable HR support that reflects our culture and commitment to inclusivity and belonging.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Provide high-quality HR advisory services on absence, health, conduct, capability, grievances, and organizational change.
• Investigate and resolve complex employee relations issues, including harassment and discrimination claims for the US and Canada, while supporting other regions as needed.
• Act as an advocate for employees by resolving employee experience issues when possible while balancing business needs.

Policy & Compliance

• Interpret and apply HR policies and procedures across multiple regions.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations.
• Support the development and rollout of HR programs and initiatives.

Performance & Change Management

• Guide leaders through performance management processes and organizational transitions.
• Support crisis management and change initiatives with empathy and strategic insight.
• Ability to deliver difficult feedback and support through conflict resolution.

HR Program Delivery

• Assist in implementing HR plans and programs in partnership with HRBPs.
• Facilitate learning and development initiatives and team events.
• Contribute to HR metrics, data analysis, and reporting to drive proactive decision-making.

Project Management

• Lead or support HR-related projects from initiation through delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful execution and alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience as an HR Generalist or advisory role, ideally within a global or matrixed organization.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Proficiency in HR systems (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow) and data reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR or MBA
• HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture of care and inclusion.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and partner with senior leaders.
• Experience supporting multi-region HR operations and initiatives.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-change environments.

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The estimated base salary range for the Senior HR Generalist role based in the United States of America is: $88,200 - $132,400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.