Human Resources Generalist

Hybrid / Full Time / Portsmouth, NH

At Novocure, every role contributes to extending the lives of people living with cancer. As our new Human Resources Generalist, you’ll play an important role in supporting our people, our culture, and the employee experience across the organization.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Human Resources Generalist who is eager to grow their HR career while contributing to a fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven environment. This role is ideal for someone with foundational HR experience who enjoys balancing operational responsibilities with opportunities to support broader people initiatives.

You’ll partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, managers, and employees to support day-to-day HR operations, onboarding, compliance activities, and employee lifecycle processes. This role requires someone who is highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in an evolving environment where priorities may shift quickly.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, thrives in change, and approaches challenges with flexibility, curiosity, and a team-first mindset

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to HR policies, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation within HR systems and personnel files
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities, including paperwork, orientation support, and system access
• Prepare HR documentation such as offer letters, employment changes, and employee record updates
• Support recruitment operations, including requisition setup, approvals, and workflow coordination
• Assist with pre-employment and onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and compliant new hire experience
• Support HR compliance activities, audits, reporting, and documentation requests
• Help maintain HR policies, templates, and standard operating procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and enhance the employee experience
• Participate in HR projects and cross-functional initiatives that support the broader businessAssist with audits, governing body documentation, and compliance reporting

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of Human Resources experience
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, service-oriented approach
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems
• Foundational understanding of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices
• Comfortable working in a changing environment and adapting to shifting priorities
• Team-oriented with a willingness to support work outside of strict job boundaries when needed

These additional qualifications are preferred

• SHRM-CP certification or equivalent HR certification preferred
• Experience working in a dynamic, high-growth, or evolving organization
• Previous experience supporting multiple HR functions across the employee lifecycle

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to a hybrid working model, this pay range which Novocure expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting is $82k - $92k annually. This position may also be eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant in addition to a full range of benefits. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and skills demonstrated.

ABOUT NOVOCURE:

Novocure is a company with a powerful mission, to extend the lives of people living with some of the most aggressive forms of cancer. Here your work will have a direct impact on patients and those who care about them.  Join a team of passionate, collaborative people who support each other, challenge one another, and innovate together. Here, you’ll connect, grow, and make a real difference. We’re a company with the drive of a startup and the strength that comes with 25 years of success.

Novocure operates at a rare crossroad, where advanced medical technology converges with cutting-edge biotechnology. We are the only company to develop and commercialize Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), a proprietary, groundbreaking therapy designed to disrupt cancer cell division. With us you will find a unique combination of laboratory research work alongside engineering development of advanced technologies. This fusion of disciplines positions us as true pioneers in oncology innovation, leading a new frontier in the treatment of aggressive cancers.

Our patient-forward values

– innovation

– focus

– drive

– courage

– trust

– empathy

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Novocure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.  We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veteran and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Novocure is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicant’s needs.  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email NovocureRecruitingEEO@novocure.com

If you're excited about this role, please apply.