Manager, People Business Partner

Company introduction:

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in New York City in the US. We focus on developing novel treatments that have the potential to improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health conditions and who are not helped by current treatments.  

We are pioneering a new paradigm for treating mental health conditions focused on rapid and durable responses through the development of our investigational COMP360 synthetic psilocybin treatment, potentially a first in class treatment. COMP360 has Breakthrough Therapy designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has received Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) designation in the UK for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) due to the pressing unmet need in this area.

We are currently in phase 3 for TRD, have completed phase 2 studies for both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anorexia nervosa and are planning a further late-stage study in PTSD. We envision a world where mental health means not just the absence of illness but the ability to thrive. - Compass Pathways.

Job overview:

The Manager, People Business Partner supports the delivery of key HR processes across the employee lifecycle, providing day-to-day guidance to managers and employees while coordinating activities such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and organizational change. By maintaining accurate HR data, supporting employee relations matters, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, the role helps ensure people processes run smoothly, remain compliant, and effectively support the organization's workforce and business objectives.

Location: NYC/NJ or surrounding area. Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office. 

Reports to: Associate Director, People Business Partner.

Roles and responsibilities 
(Include but are not limited to): 

• Build strong relationships with managers and employees, providing day-to-day HR guidance and escalating complex matters where appropriate
• Attend stakeholder meetings where required to capture updates, support follow-up actions, and maintain awareness of team and business needs
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring employee records, documentation, and internal systems are updated accurately
• Support organizational change activities such as restructures, Reductions in Force (RIF) and redundancies by coordinating documentation, preparing letters, and maintaining accurate records
• Assist in coordinating talent review processes, succession planning activities, and development planning initiatives
• Track potential flight risk indicators and support the implementation of retention or development actions as guided by the Associate Director, People Business Partner
• Support workforce planning processes by maintaining resource plans, tracking headcount changes, and coordinating updates between HR, Finance, and hiring managers
• Assist with recruitment processes including reviewing Job Requisition Forms (JRFs/TJRFs), coordinating approvals, and supporting the offer process
• Provide administrative and operational support for employee relations matters including performance management, conduct, and capability processes
• Assist with documentation and coordination of settlement agreements and other formal HR processes in line with company policies and legal requirements
• Support key moments in the performance cycle, including mid-year and end-of-year reviews
• Coordinate processes related to promotions, salary adjustments, equity allocations, and bonus administration in partnership with the People Operations team
• Draft and maintain HR policies and support the policy approval process, ensuring documents are uploaded and maintained in the Master Control (QMS) system
• Prepare and submit “Someone is Leaving” forms (SILs) and coordinate exit interviews, capturing feedback and identifying emerging themes
• Prepare Change Request Forms (CRFs) and ensure employee lifecycle changes are communicated and processed accurately
• Provide operational support across HR systems and employee lifecycle processes including performance management, and employee data management
• Assist with the coordination and tracking of leave of absence cases, ensuring employees and managers understand policy requirements and documentation needs
• Support payroll processes where required, including preparation of instructions to pay
• Contribute to HR and People Operations projects, assisting with planning, coordination, and implementation of new initiatives
• Assist with global mobility processes, including coordinating intra-company transfers, tracking application progress, and liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors where required
• Identify opportunities to improve HR operational processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience in an HR, People Operations, or HR Advisory role
• Solid understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding
• Familiarity with employment legislation and HR best practices (US experience required; UK exposure beneficial)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with employees and managers
• Ability to handle sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify process improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and supporting cross-functional teams

Benefits & Compensation:

For an overview of our benefits package and compensation information, please visit  "Working at Compass".  

Equal opportunities: 

Reasonable accommodation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone’s wellbeing matters. If you need reasonable accommodation during the interview process to be at your best, please let our recruiting team know. 

UK applicants

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants

Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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