About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences is a global biopharmaceutical leader dedicated to creating a healthier world through innovative therapies. For over 35 years, Gilead has pioneered treatments for HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, oncology, and inflammatory diseases. Headquartered in Foster City, California, the company relentlessly advances scientific discoveries to improve patient lives worldwide. Gilead's portfolio includes groundbreaking antivirals like Biktarvy for HIV and Epclusa for hepatitis C, alongside oncology innovations such as Trodelvy and Yescarta through its Kite Pharma subsidiary. In inflammatory diseases, Gilead targets unmet needs with novel immunomodulators. With a mission-driven culture, Gilead fosters collaboration and bold ambitions, making it a top destination for HR professionals shaping the future of work.

Role Overview

The Associate Director, HR Program Management position at Gilead Sciences in Foster City, California, is a pivotal leadership role within the HR Project Management Office (PMO). This full-time opportunity empowers you to lead high-impact HR initiatives that span functions, challenge conventions, and deliver measurable results. Ideal for seasoned project leaders passionate about HR transformation, you'll bring structure to complex challenges, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure strategic alignment. Gilead's HR PMO drives the evolution of employee experiences, leadership development, and operational excellence, directly supporting the company's global mission in HIV, oncology, and inflammatory diseases.

Key Impact Areas

In this role, you'll manage a dynamic portfolio of special projects, integrating efforts across HR domains like Talent, Rewards, Shared Services, Digital, and Operations. Your work will enhance how Gilead operates, fostering inclusion, development, and empowerment for thousands of employees worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

As Associate Director, HR Program Management, you'll spearhead transformative projects with precision and influence. Core duties include:

• Leading cross-functional HR initiatives from opportunity definition and scoping through execution, ensuring alignment, progress, and measurable outcomes.
• Bringing structure to ambiguous challenges by organizing work, designing project team structures, and clarifying roles and responsibilities.
• Facilitating effective governance and decision-making across HR and business stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
• Managing the HR project portfolio, driving discipline in prioritization, sequencing, resource allocation, and outcome measurement.
• Serving as a connector across HR domains, ensuring visibility, communication, and collaboration.

Additional responsibilities encompass partnering with HR leaders to define success metrics, preparing compelling updates for executives, resolving risks, standardizing processes, and driving sustainable project closures. Your leadership will promote consistency and scalability, amplifying Gilead's HR effectiveness.

Qualifications & Requirements

Gilead seeks candidates with proven expertise in HR program management. Essential qualifications include:

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree, or 8+ years with an MS/MBA.
• Demonstrated experience in project leadership, strategy execution, transformation, or HR consulting in corporate settings.
• Strong track record leading cross-functional HR initiatives, organizing complex work, and designing governance structures.
• Proven ability to influence without authority, engage stakeholders, and drive alignment in matrixed organizations.
• Deep understanding of HR practices across domains like HR Shared Services, Talent, Total Rewards, Operations, and Technology.
• Proficiency in tools such as Smartsheet, Miro, and Microsoft Teams.

A collaborative, resourceful mindset aligned with Gilead's growth-oriented culture is paramount. People leader accountabilities emphasize creating inclusion, developing talent, and modeling diversity's business value.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Gilead offers exceptional rewards tailored to top talent:

• Competitive salary estimated at $220,000-$280,000 annually, reflecting biopharma sector rates in Foster City with a 5-10% upside buffer.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, plus retirement plans and stock options.
• Flexible work arrangements, generous PTO, and family leave policies.
• Professional development programs, including leadership coaching and tuition reimbursement.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities in Foster City's biotech hub, with wellness programs and employee resource groups.

Career Growth

Gilead invests in your potential as a people leader. This role positions you to evolve Gilead's culture, influence enterprise-wide change, and advance to senior HRBP or VP-level opportunities. With exposure to executive stakeholders and high-visibility projects, you'll build a legacy in biopharma HR. Gilead's commitment to talent development includes mentoring, stretch assignments, and pathways to global impact in HIV therapies, oncology breakthroughs, and inflammatory disease innovations.

Why Join Gilead

At Gilead, you're not just managing projects—you're building the foundation for life-changing science. Lead from the center of HR, shaping employee experiences that fuel discoveries in HIV, oncology, and inflammatory diseases. Work with a caring team dedicated to outcomes, in a culture valuing inclusion and ambition. Foster City offers proximity to Silicon Valley's innovation ecosystem, ideal for ambitious professionals. Gilead's bold mission ensures your contributions create possible, together.

Role FAQs

Q: What experience level is required?
A: 10+ years with a bachelor's or 8+ with advanced degree, focused on HR projects.

Q: Is this a people leader role?
A: Yes, with accountabilities for inclusion, talent development, and team management.

Q: What tools will I use?
A: Smartsheet, Miro, Teams, and other collaboration platforms.

Q: How does this role support Gilead's mission?
A: By streamlining HR to empower teams advancing therapies for HIV, cancer, and inflammation.

Q: What's the location setup?
A: Based in Foster City, California, with hybrid flexibility typical for Gilead roles.