--- title: 'Associate Director, People Operations Leader (Contract) at BridgeBio Pharma' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/associate-director-people-operations-leader-contract-bridgebio-pharma-san-ek2rdmg8mjwj' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-04' --- # Associate Director, People Operations Leader (Contract) at BridgeBio Pharma - **Company:** BridgeBio Pharma - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Compensation:** $145k–$230k - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-11-03 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-04 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/bridgebio/jobs/5283670007 ## Job description Mavericks Wanted When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work. Mavericks Wanted When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work. ## What You'll Do The Operations Leader turns the POSI strategy into services that run on time, on audit-ready controls, and against measured baselines. BridgeBio is launching three therapies, and the People function has to run as a fully utilized Workday organization while the team is still being built. This role owns the operating model behind that: portfolio delivery, service delivery, Workday operations, vendor performance, and compliance controls, with AI enablement built into each. ## Responsibilities Portfolio and operating cadence - Run delivery of the portfolio across the COEs: owners, dates, dependencies, status, and tradeoffs for new work - Operate the weekly outcome review, action register, and exceptions log; escalate with the decision needed - Hold readiness gates for fixed-date events: payroll cutover, Open Enrollment, EOY cycle, and Workday releases Workday operations - Own day-to-day Workday operations: business processes, security roles, reporting, and the release cycle (impact assessment, regression testing, sign-off) - Run the defect and enhancement backlog with the AMS partner; prioritize by risk and outcome - Maintain integration health with ADP, Greenhouse, and other downstream systems Service delivery - Own People service operations on ServiceNow HRSD and Maverick: omni-channel intake, case routing, Tier 1/2 automation, and the knowledge base - Define the human role per process as agents take on volume - Report deflection, cycle time, and hours returned against baselines Controls and compliance - Own the SOX-facing control story for People operations: Workday and ADP change control, payroll validation tables, and evidence retention - Run compliance operations: EEO-1, ACA, pay transparency, personnel records, I-9, and policy governance - Partner with IT, Finance, and Internal Audit on segregation-of-duties reviews and control exceptions Vendor and partner performance - Manage service levels and delivery with the Workday AMS partner, ADP, the contingent workforce provider, and the immigration provider - Run business reviews with scorecards; own renewal input and escalations Measurement and governance - Capture baselines before any value claim; track cost per outcome and control exceptions - Operate the agent registry and access standard with the Senior Director and IT: agents run as the user, every call logged, no autonomous production changes ## Team - Lead and develop operations specialists and analysts; set clear ownership and coverage across onboarding, offboarding, and People@ service Where You'll Work This is a San Francisco Bay Area based position and will be required to work hybrid on-site in our San Francisco and Palo Alto offices. Required - 8+ years in HR operations, HR technology, or business operations, with 3+ years leading teams or programs - Hands-on Workday HCM experience across business processes, security, and reporting - Operated SOX or ITGC controls in an HR or payroll context, including change control and audit evidence - Delivered multi-system programs with fixed-date gates (payroll, benefits enrollment, or performance cycles) - Managed vendor delivery against service levels and scorecards - Defines baselines and reports outcomes in measures an auditor can verify - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience ## Preferred - Experience with ServiceNow HRSD or an equivalent case-management platform, and an AI-enabled employee front door - Payroll operations experience, including ADP or a comparable provider, and semi-monthly cutovers - Contingent workforce, immigration, or co-employment compliance exposure - Experience in biotech, pharma, or another regulated, fast-scaling environment - Practical fluency in agent governance: identity, access, logging, and human-review rules ## Who You Are - You have demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in adopting AI-powered tools and technologies - You act with urgency and a clear sense of purpose - You prioritize what truly matters - You take full ownership of your results - You make your case with data and evidence - You earn trust by showing up consistently Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. Financial & Rewards - Market-leading compensation - 401(k) with employer match - Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) - Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking) - Referral bonus for hired candidates - Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days Health & Well-Being - 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents - Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Fertility & family-forming benefits - Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources) - Hybrid work model with flexibility - Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays - Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family Skill Development & Career Paths: - People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility - We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching - We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states. Salary $145,000—$230,000 USD As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location.  We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. For BridgeBio Full-Time U.S Based Roles: Financial & Rewards - Market-leading compensation - 401(k) with employer match - Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) - Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking) - Referral bonus for hired candidates - Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days Health & Well-Being - 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents - Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Fertility & family-forming benefits - Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources) - Hybrid work model with flexibility - Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays - Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family Skill Development & Career Paths: - People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility - We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching - We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities By applying, you acknowledge that BridgeBio will process your personal information as described in our [Global Candidate Privacy Notice](https://bridgebio.com/bridgebio-global-candidate-privacy-notice). ## About BridgeBio Pharma ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: BridgeBio Pharma develops transformative medicines for genetic conditions, using a decentralized hub-and-spoke model to accelerate drug development from early research to commercialization. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: BBIO) - **Headquarters**: Palo Alto, California, USA (with hybrid offices in San Francisco, CA) - **Founded**: Not explicitly stated in provided sources; the company references “over the past 10 years” as of 2026, suggesting founding around 2015–2016. - **Founders**: Not publicly available from provided sources. ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Biotechnology / Genetic disease therapeutics - **Target customers**: Patients living with genetic conditions, healthcare providers, payers, and academic research partners - **Mission**: “To develop transformative medicines for genetic conditions” and “bridge the gap between advancements in genetic science and meaningful medicines for underserved patient populations.” ## Products & Services BridgeBio’s pipeline includes both approved therapies and investigational candidates across dozens of indications. Key offerings: - **Acoramidis**: Approved for transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR) – a first-in-class treatment with $8B+ peak year sales potential. - **Infigratinib**: Phase 3 completed for achondroplasia; published in the *New England Journal of Medicine* (2026). - **BBP-418**: Investigational for Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I/R9 (LGMD2I/R9). - **Encaleret**: Investigational for Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia Type 1 (ADH1). - **BBP-812**: Investigational for Canavan Disease. - **BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics (BBOT)**: Subsidiary focused on RAS and PI3Kα-driven cancers. - **GondolaBio**: Subsidiary developing bioavailable small molecule inhibitors for oncology. - **Other programs**: Covering hypochondroplasia, chronic hypoparathyroidism, and more. The company has received **3 FDA approvals** and has over **70+ peer-reviewed publications**. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not explicitly stated in provided data; as a public company, current market cap can be found on financial platforms (e.g., ~$8B based on peak sales potential, but not a direct valuation number). - **Key Metric**: **3 FDA-approved medicines**; **2000+ patients enrolled** in global clinical trials; **6 Phase 3 trials** conducted over the past 10 years. - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Not detailed in provided sources, but the company partners with leading academic institutions to advance early-stage research. - **Growth Signals**: Recent publication of Phase 3 PROPEL 3 trial results in NEJM (June 2026); expansion into oncology via BBOT and GondolaBio; 100% of pipeline is first-in-class or best-in-class; 48 unique disease indications targeted. ## Competitive Advantages - **Hub-and-spoke model**: Decentralized structure where autonomous affiliate teams (spokes) focus on specific conditions, while a central hub provides clinical, regulatory, and commercial expertise. This enables speed, scalability, and risk reduction. - **First-in-class / best-in-class focus**: 100% of pipeline aims to be first or best in class, targeting underserved genetic conditions with clear biological rationale. - **Speed and adaptability**: The model allows rapid pivoting to the most promising opportunities, reducing development timelines compared to traditional biotech. - **Strong scientific foundation**: Over 70 peer-reviewed papers and collaborations with top academic institutions. ## Strategic Focus - **Advance late-stage pipeline**: Prioritize Phase 3 programs (e.g., infigratinib for achondroplasia, acoramidis for ATTR) and seek additional FDA approvals. - **Expand into oncology**: Leverage subsidiaries BBOT and GondolaBio to address RAS/PI3Kα-driven cancers. - **Maintain urgency**: “Every minute counts” – continue to operate with speed and autonomy to bring treatments to patients faster. - **Build on commercial success**: Leverage existing approved products to fund further R&D and expand global reach. ## Why Work Here - **Award-winning culture**: Named **#1 Best Place to Work** by BioSpace (2026, small biotech category) with an **88% employee engagement score** in 2025. - **Flexible work model**: Hybrid policy with offices in San Francisco and Palo Alto, CA; “flexible working model” emphasized. - **Compensation and benefits**: Market-leading pay, comprehensive healthcare, and strong emphasis on growth and internal mobility. - **Impact-driven mission**: Work on transformative treatments for genetic conditions where patient need is urgent – “Impatient for Patients” is a core mantra. - **Values**: Put patients first, let science speak, think independently, speak up, and act with urgency. The culture is described as “high on standards, low on convention.” - **Growth opportunities**: 113 open jobs (as of mid-2026) across functions including clinical, regulatory, manufacturing, commercial, and corporate; talent community available for future roles. ## Sources 1. [bridgebio.com](https://bridgebio.com/) – Home page with pipeline overview and $8B peak sales potential 2. [bridgebio.com/about](https://bridgebio.com/about) – Company description, hub-and-spoke model, and key metrics 3. [bridgebio.com/careers](https://bridgebio.com/careers) – Careers page with awards, culture, and benefits 4. [investor.bridgebio.com](https://investor.bridgebio.com/overview/default.aspx) – Investor relations overview, latest news, and corporate presentation 5. 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