Genus Company has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Global Human Resources Director who will be a senior strategic and operational HR leader responsible for driving business performance through people across a global business unit and corporate functions, including R&D.
This role partners closely with the Business Unit Executive and leadership teams to translate business strategy into actionable people priorities and deliver the enterprise HR strategy within the business. Acting as the primary HR leader for the business unit, the role ensures alignment between commercial priorities and people outcomes through integrated, scalable, and data-driven HR solutions.
As a member of the Global HR Leadership Team, the role contributes to the enterprise people agenda and serves as a critical bridge between the business, HR Centers of Expertise (CoEs), and shared services to ensure consistent, high-quality execution globally.
The preferred location for this hybrid position is Hendersonville, Tennessee. Will consider fully remote candidates throughout the Midwest/Central region in the USA. Travel is approximately 30% domestic and occasional international.
The salary for this position ranges between $198,000 and $235,000 USD. The amount provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Operating in a complex, global, matrixed environment, you will be accountable for shaping and executing the people strategy across multiple geographies. You will drive organizational effectiveness, build leadership capability and ensure strong operational execution of core HR processes to enable sustainable business growth.
You will bring a high level of commercial acumen, strong stakeholder influence, and the ability to balance enterprise consistency with business-specific needs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Business Partnership
2. Execution of Enterprise HR Strategy
3. Leadership of HR Business Partnering
4. Collaboration with Centers of Expertise (CoEs) and HR Operations
5. Organizational Effectiveness & Talent
6. Culture, Engagement & Change Leadership
7. Workforce Planning, Analytics & Insights
8. Governance, Risk & Compliance
9. Leadership & Enterprise Contribution
Basic Qualifications: (required)
Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (earned time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.
Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.
Genus is a publicly traded global company advancing animal genetics to sustainably nourish the world.
As a global leader in animal genetics and ag-tech innovation, we’re not just shaping the future of agriculture — we’re delivering science with purpose. From gene editing and reproductive biology to next generation breeding technologies, our work directly improves animal health, food quality, and the resilience of the global food system.
With operations spanning the globe, Genus brings together a diverse team of geneticists, veterinarians, data scientists, and commercial experts who collaborate across disciplines and borders — united by a shared mission and guided by our core values:
Never Stop Improving | Collaborate as One Team | Create Value for Customers | Innovate with Purpose
We operate in 30 countries across six continents and distribute to more than 50 additional markets, delivering science-backed solutions through our two business units: ABS Global (bovine) and PIC (porcine). These businesses provide breeding animals and technologies that help farmers raise healthier herds, produce food more efficiently, and reduce environmental impact.
* ABS Global supports over 40,000 beef and dairy producers in more than 85 countries with genetics, reproduction services, and udder care solutions.
* PIC (Pig Improvement Company) partners with pork producers worldwide to improve herd performance, efficiency, and sustainability through continuous genetic improvement.
At Genus, we invest in your growth — offering meaningful work, global impact, and career development within a culture that is inclusive, ethical, and forward-thinking. Whether you’re in science, strategy, or operations, your work here matters.
Genus plc will never request payment for equipment or supplies during recruitment or onboarding. For questions about your application, contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.
