Director, Talent Acquisition, Commercial

Job Description

General Summary

Vertex is seeking a hands-on, strategic, and collaborative Director of Talent Acquisition to lead talent acquisition efforts across all U.S. Commercial Business Units. The ideal candidate is a bold, business-minded talent advisor who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and is passionate about building teams that drive commercial excellence. The Director will serve as a trusted partner to senior leaders, shaping and executing talent strategies that align with Vertex’s mission to transform lives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Own and actively manage a desk of high-impact requisitions, including key and business-critical roles, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.

· Drive and evolve the full-cycle talent acquisition strategy for all U.S. Commercial Business Units, ensuring alignment with business goals and workforce plans.

· Act as a Talent Advisor to senior commercial leaders, providing market insights, workforce planning guidance, and strategic hiring recommendations.

· Partner cross-functionally with HRBPs, Total Rewards, and Commercial leadership to ensure a seamless and inclusive candidate experience.

· Leverage data and storytelling to influence hiring decisions, challenge assumptions, and drive strategic outcomes.

· Cultivate and maintain a robust external network of commercial talent, proactively engaging with industry professionals, thought leaders, and passive candidates.

· Serve as an externally facing ambassador for Vertex’s commercial brand, representing the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.

· Drive adoption of best practices in candidate engagement, assessment, and selection, aligned with Social Talent’s Talent Advisor model.

· Monitor and report on key TA metrics, using insights to optimize performance and inform future strategy.

· Lead direct and indirect resources in support of talent acquisition delivery, ensuring alignment and collaboration across all relevant teams and stakeholders.

· Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and Vertex policies.

· Lead and continuously improve Talent Acquisition Operations, with a strong focus on operational excellence and process optimization.

· Drive adoption and optimization of TA tech stack.

Knowledge and Skills

· Deep understanding of commercial business functions (e.g., marketing, market access, sales) and how talent drives business success.

· Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders with confidence and credibility.

· Preference for candidates with agency recruitment experience and a track record of supporting commercial builds.

· Expertise in talent acquisition technologies, sourcing strategies, and recruitment marketing.

· Strong analytical and storytelling skills; ability to translate data into actionable insights.

· Demonstrated commitment to inclusive hiring practices.

· Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

· Ability to lead through change and ambiguity, with a growth mindset and resilience.

Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

· Typically requires 10+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 5 years in a hands-on leadership role supporting commercial functions.

· Preference for candidates with agency recruitment experience and experience supporting commercial business unit builds or launches.

· Experience in biotech/pharma or high-growth, innovation-driven industries strongly preferred.

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Disclosure Statement:

Flex Designation:

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. 
 

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]