Director, HR Business Operations

Kura Oncology
401(k), stock options
United States, California, San Diego
2 Seaport Lane (Show on map)
Feb 06, 2025
Are you ready to join a team committed to making a meaningful impact on cancer treatment through the discovery and development of precision medicines? At Kura Oncology, you have an opportunity to be a part of something bigger, with a lasting impact that you can be proud of. At Kura Oncology, we are working to change the paradigm and improve the science of cancer treatment. As an organization, we strive to cultivate a diverse and talented professional culture driven to develop precision medicine therapeutics. As we continue to build a leading biotech organization with a strong culture, a patient-focused mindset and a team focused on relentless execution, we are looking for innovative, passionate professionals to join us and make our vision a reality. To succeed at Kura, you will need to have a demonstrated ability for excellence in drug discovery and development and a roll-up your sleeves attitude. The ideal candidate will possess a values-driven work style where integrity and grit drive all behaviors, decisions, and actions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Come and join the 2023 HR Team of the year! The Human Resource Operations Director will lead and manage the strategic and operational aspects of HR Operations, including compensation, benefits, HRIS oversight, compliance and reporting, and HR budgeting. This is a critical role in supporting Kura's growth as we prepare for commercialization, taking our existing strong foundation to the next level. The director will focus on developing best-in-class practices, optimizing current process, and ensuring scalability to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving organization. This role is integral to our commitment to building a best-in-class employee experience, aligning our HR operations with organizational goals, and ensuring compliance across all HR functions. This position reports to the VP of HR and will work closely with the entire HR team. Compensation Management Optimize and oversee competitive compensation programs that attract and retain top talent. Conduct regular market analysis and benchmarking to ensure compensation programs are scalable for growth, equitable, competitive, and aligned with company goals. Manage salary reviews, incentive programs, and merit-based adjustments. Work closely with finance and legal to support equity compensation programs. Benefits Administration Manage benefits programs that align with the organization's mission and evolving employee needs and support employee well-being. Oversee open enrollment, benefits renewals, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, comprehensive benefits offerings. Monitor benefits utilization and employee satisfaction, continuously improving offerings to meet evolving workforce needs. HRIS Oversight Ensure optimization of HRIS operations, focusing on system efficiency, minimizing manual processes and ensuring scalability, and readiness for growth. Lead system implementations, upgrades, and integrations to streamline HR processes and improve employee access to HR services. Partner with IT to troubleshoot and resolve system issues, as well as enhance data security and reporting capabilities. Compliance, Auditing, and Reporting Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including EEO, FMLA, ADA, and other HR-related legislation. Lead HR-related audits and reporting efforts in partnership with the Compliance department, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed. Develop and maintain HR policies, ensuring they are current, legally compliant, and effectively communicated across the organization. Oversee the preparation and submission of required HR compliance reports, audits, and filings. HR Operations Lead the integration and implementation of AI-driven tools and technologies to streamline HR operations, enhance decision-making, and improve employee experiences across the talent lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and workforce planning. Develop and lead process improvements to optimize HR operations and drive a seamless employee experience. Ensure high standards in HR service delivery, overseeing day-to-day HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support HR projects, employee engagement initiatives, and process enhancements. Manage and develop the HR Manager, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and opportunities for growth. HR Metrics, Dashboards, and Insights Develop and maintain HR Dashboards and reporting tools to track key metrics, providing actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making. Leverage data analytics to identify trends, support workforce planning, and enhance HR Strategies. Support design and implementation of employee engagement surveys. HR Budget Management Prepare and manage the HR budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to support strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. Monitor HR expenditures, track budget variances, and make recommendations for cost-saving opportunities. Provide regular budget updates to VP, HR and suggest adjustments to meet changing organizational needs. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or HR certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred. Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on HR operations, compensation, benefits, and compliance. Proven experience in HRIS management, with expertise in UKG strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations, with demonstrated success in HR compliance, auditing, and reporting. Experience leveraging AI solutions for HR Optimization a plus Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience working in biotech required, Commercial stage experience a plus. The base range for a Director is $194,063 - $215,000 per year. Individual pay may vary based on additional factors, including, and without limitation, job-related skills, experience, work location, and relevant education or training. Kura's compensation package also includes generous benefits, equity, and participation in an annual target bonus. Kura's Values that are used for candidate selection and performance assessments: We work as one for patients We are goal-focused and deliver with excellence We are science-driven courageous innovators We strive to bring out the best in each other and ourselves The Kura Package Career advancement/ development opportunities Competitive comp package Bonus 401K + Employer contributions Generous stock options ESPP Plan 20 days of PTO to start 18 Holidays (Including Summer & Winter Break) Generous Benefits Package with a variety of plans available with a substantial employer match Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave In-Office Catered lunches Home Office Setup Lifestyle Spending Stipend Commuter Stipend (Boston Office) Regular employee social activities, including happy hours, monthly birthday celebrations, Kura Koffee Talks, and much more! Kura Oncology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company discovering and developing personalized therapeutics for the treatment of blood cancers and solid tumors. The company's diverse pipeline consists of small molecules that target cancer signaling pathways where there is a strong scientific and clinical rationale to improve outcomes by identifying those patients most likely to benefit from treatment. Kura Oncology's approach to drug development is focused on rapidly translating novel science into life-saving medicines. Our goal is to help patients with cancer lead better, longer lives. Kura Oncology has offices in San Diego, California, and Boston, Massachusetts. Kura's pipeline consists of three investigational drug candidates: ziftomenib, tipifarnib and KO-2806. Ziftomenib, a once-daily, oral drug candidate targeting the menin-KMT2A protein-protein interaction, has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation for the treatment of R/R NPM1-mutant acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Kura has completed enrollment in a Phase 2 registration-directed trial of ziftomenib in R/R NPM1-mutant AML (KOMET-001). The Company is also conducting a series of clinical trials to evaluate ziftomenib in combination with current standards of care in newly diagnosed and R/R NPM1-mutant and KMT2A-rearranged AML. Tipifarnib, a potent and selective farnesyl transferase inhibitor (FTI), is currently in a Phase 1/2 trial in combination with alpelisib for patients with PIK3CA-dependent head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (KURRENT-HN). Kura is also evaluating KO-2806, a next-generation FTI, in a Phase 1 dose-escalation trial as a monotherapy and in combination with targeted therapies (FIT-001). For additional information, please visit Kura's website atwww.kuraoncology.comand follow us onXandLinkedIn. Kura Oncology is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.