Senior Director, Talent Partner – Radiometer and Region Europe

Danaher Diagnostics Platform offers analytical instruments, reagents, consumables, software, and services that hospitals, reference laboratories, and other critical care settings use to diagnose disease and make treatment decisions. Wherever health care happens—from a family physician’s office to leading trauma hospitals, laboratories, and critical care units, Danaher’s Diagnostics businesses safeguard patient health and improve diagnostic confidence with the most advanced tools and software available. As our global population expands, these innovative companies help the medical field keep pace through powerful preventative and predictive care, automated processes, and mobile equipment.  The Diagnostics Platform consists of the following core businesses: Beckman Coulter, Leica Biosystems, Radiometer, and Cepheid. There are approximately 25,000 associates.  

The Senior Talent Partner will play a pivotal role in assessing and proactively managing the strategic and operational talent needs of the Diagnostics business.  The Senior Talent Partner will report to the VP Talent, Diagnostics and will serve as the Strategic Talent Advisor to Radiometer and also build in-depth knowledge of European-based critical roles and talents across Diagnostics to create a scalable, dynamic, insight driven and inclusive talent ecosystem. 

The Senior Talent Partner will leverage the specialist knowledge and insights from the Diagnostics Talent team and Danaher’s corporate COEs to inform, enhance and implement talent strategies.

This role is designed to ensure that the Diagnostics Talent organization is future-focused and progressive and closely aligned with the strategic goals of the Diagnostics Platform and Operating Companies it supports. The Senior Talent Partner is crucial to translating specialist knowledge into the delivery of practical, business-centric talent solutions.  

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:  

• Create a clear talent strategy for Radiometer and talent in critical pipelines located in Europe that aligns with Danaher’s broader Diagnostic business goals and addresses the knowledge and capability gaps in the talent ecosystem. This strategy should integrate organization design, talent acquisition, development, succession planning, and DEI initiatives.  

• Collaborate with business leaders to implement talent initiatives that drive innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.   

• Leverage business strategic plans, external market and internal talent intelligence to inform the identification of critical roles and skill/ experience requirements for Radiometer President, BUGM talent pipelines as well as European-based roles and to build attraction, development and retention strategies for the pipelines.  

• Drive initiatives that enhance the organization's ability to attract and retain top talent in the diagnostics organization.  

• Develop and implement communication strategies to drive leadership awareness and understanding of external market talent trends and insights.   

• Lead the assessment, development, measurement and management of talent pipelines, working in close collaboration with the Diagnostic Platform and Corporate Talent COEs.  

• Establish a regular cadence of outcome-focused talent reviews with business and HR leaders with clear metrics for success.  

• Standardize and improve the execution of succession plans. Ensure they are consistently developed and aligned with the future needs of the business.  

• Facilitate intentional movement of talent across the Diagnostic businesses and Danaher.  

• Identify and leverage leadership development opportunities and programs to prepare current and future leaders for solving complex problems and delivering exceptional results for our customers and stakeholders.  

• Elevate DEI Initiatives to ensure programs drive sustained progress and embed DEI principles into all talent processes.  

• Systematically collect and analyze talent data (qualitative and quantitative), talent-related services and technologies to evaluate impact and inform and adapt your talent strategy and programs, allowing you to be responsive to changing needs.  

• Leverage technology to enhance talent processes, improve decision-making and improve insights into talent needs for your client groups.  

• Collaborate with Business leaders, HR Business Partners, COEs in the Talent organization, and Talent Acquisition teams across Diagnostics to ensure a cohesive talent strategy.  
   

The essential requirements of the job include: 

• Strategic Talent Management: You will have a proven track record in developing and implementing talent strategies that align with business objectives. This includes experience in workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning to create a dynamic and scalable talent ecosystem.  

• Business Acumen: Ability to rapidly build a deep understanding of the Diagnostics healthcare industry and the ability to translate business needs into talent solutions. You should be able to act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, providing insights and recommendations that drive business growth.  

• Global Experience: Experience in managing talent across multiple regions and cultures. You should be adept at navigating the complexities of a global organization and ensuring that talent strategies are inclusive and adaptable to different markets.  

• Leadership and Influence: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders. You will have experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving change across the organization.  

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in using data and analytics to inform talent strategies. You have demonstrated experience of leveraging talent data to identify trends, measure the impact of talent initiatives, and make evidence-based decisions.  

• DEI Expertise: A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with experience in developing and implementing DEI initiatives that drive sustained progress.  

• Talent and Leadership Development: Experience in designing and delivering talent and leadership development programs that build critical capabilities and support career growth.  

• Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives and project teams and ensure they are delivered on time and within budget.  

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner. You have a track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.  

• Adaptability and Innovation: The ability to adapt to changing business needs and continuously innovate talent practices to stay ahead of industry trends.  

• Travel: Domestic and international travel is required (up to 50%) 

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree with 20+ years of experience gained in various roles in talent management, HR business partner roles, talent acquisition, talent analytics and /or prior experience gained in other relevant business functions and 6+ years in a leadership role with people management responsibilities.  For Master’s/Doctoral degree candidates 18+ years of experience required.  

Location

This position is part of the Danaher Corporation and will be located remote with a preference for onsite presence in Denmark, the Netherlands or UK.

At Danaher we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.

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