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Sharon English Hebrok
People & Culture Leader
München
Summary
- Strategic People & Culture Leader with 20+ years of experience building and scaling HR organizations within life sciences, biotech, medical device, and technology start-ups. Expert in designing HR infrastructure from the ground up, driving organizational growth, and enabling high-performance cultures. Recognized for turning early-stage environments into scalable, compliant, efficient operations across HR, talent acquisition, compensation, compliance, and organizational development. Proven partner to CEOs and executive teams, aligning people strategy with business goals to support rapid growth and company transformation. Core Strengths: Talent Strategy
- HR Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Global People Operations
- Talent Acquisition
- Cultural Transformation
- Compensation & Total Rewards
- M&A
- Employee Relations
- HR Systems & Process Design
- Executive Coaching
- Compliance & Risk Mitigation
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions & Recruitment Manager for all three Executive MBA program
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Manage recruitment and admissions operations for Executive MBA programs; ensure an efficient, student-centered admissions process.
- Partner with faculty leadership to refine recruitment strategies, streamline workflows, and implement process improvements.
Senior Director, People & Culture
Mission Bio
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Hired to establish Mission Bio’s first Human Resources function during rapid start-up expansion.
- Built HR infrastructure including policies, procedures, compensation structures, benefits, and scalable people operations.
- Supported growth from ~20 to 150+ employees across multiple functions and locations.
- Oversaw People Operations, HR compliance, talent acquisition, employee relations, facilities, IT, and company-wide administrative operations.
- Partnered closely with the CEO and executive team to design organizational structure, performance programs, and cultural initiatives.
- Led organizational development, employee engagement, change management, executive compensation strategy, and culture design.
- Developed performance systems, staffing strategies, and long-term organizational planning processes.
Director, Human Resources & Administration
PROCEPT BioRobotics
11.2013 - 01.2019
- Established the HR department during early-stage growth; scaled company from 1 employee to 120+ through strategic hiring and retention programs.
- Built end-to-end HR operations including compensation, benefits, talent management, and compliance frameworks.
Human Resources Consultant
05.2008 - 10.2013
- Provided HR leadership and hands-on support to early-stage biotech, medical device, and technology companies.
- Key areas delivered:
- Partnered with leadership teams to scale operations and support organizational growth.
- Designed and implemented performance management systems, HR policies, compensation programs, and benefits structures.
- Conducted workplace investigations, HR audits, immigration processing (H-1B, Green Cards), and onboarding programs.
- Executed talent acquisition strategies, workforce planning, and HRIS/ATS implementations.
- Coached executives on leadership, communication, corrective action, and organizational alignment.
- Clients included:
- PROCEPT BioRobotics (2009–2013)
- Sea Lane Biotechnologies (2011–2016)
- CellScape Corporation (2009–2010)
- IPierian (2009)
Human Resources Manager
Apieron, Inc.
05.2006 - 05.2008
- Directed all HR programs for a medical device start-up developing diagnostics for asthma management.
- Managed full employee life cycle, payroll, compensation programs, training, compliance, and benefits.
- Created orientation programs, HR manuals, compensation structures, and stock option administration.
- Played key role in due-diligence efforts that secured $17M in funding.
- Oversaw regulated-environment compliance, audits, workers’ compensation, insurance renewals, and safety programs.
Human Resources Manager
BARRx Medical Inc.
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Delivered full-cycle HR and people operations for a medical device start-up.
- Counseled managers on performance, terminations, compensation, employee relations, and staffing.
- Supported facility relocation planning and coordinated employee engagement events.
Human Resources Manager
USJade Corporation
10.2004 - 08.2005
- Built an HR function from the ground up for an ERP systems integration and consulting firm.
- Managed recruiting, HR compliance, employee relations, and benefits.
- Led H-1B and immigration programs, performance coaching, Radford compensation surveys, and annual audits.
- Oversaw A/P, A/R, collections, lease review, and financial HR operations.
Director of Human Resources
Neomar, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Established HR department and managed all HR policy, compliance, and legal coordination.
- Led compensation, benefits, stock plan administration, recruiting, and performance management systems.
- Served as Assistant Secretary to the Board; supported due diligence to secure $15M in funding.
- Oversaw immigration programs, insurance programs, and employee relations across the organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services (Counseling & Psychology)
Springfield College
Springfield, MassachusettsAssociate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mount Ida College
Newton, MassachusettsHuman Resources Management coursework (HRM Certification)
San Francisco State University
Skills
- HR Systems: BambooHR, JazzHR, ADP Workforce Now, Gusto, HRIS/ATS systems
- Productivity Tools: MS Office 2024 (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook), Visio, Zoom
- Finance/Admin Tools: QuickBooks, Billcom
- Other: Payroll administration, stock plan tools, compliance systems
Affiliations
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Member (2001–Present)
- Next Concept HR Association (NCHRA)
- California Chamber of Commerce
- HR Strategy Forum
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strategic HR Leadership & Business Partnering
- Organizational Design & Development
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Compensation & Benefits / Total Rewards
- HR Policy Design & Compliance
- Performance Management Systems
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Leadership Development & Training
- Payroll / HRIS / Stock Plan Administration
- Health, Safety & Wellness Programs
- Change Management & Culture Building
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkFull TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Admissions & Recruitment Manager for all three Executive MBA program
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
06.2023 - 03.2025
Senior Director, People & Culture
Mission Bio
01.2019 - 01.2021
Director, Human Resources & Administration
PROCEPT BioRobotics
11.2013 - 01.2019
Human Resources Consultant
05.2008 - 10.2013
Human Resources Manager
Apieron, Inc.
05.2006 - 05.2008
Human Resources Manager
BARRx Medical Inc.
08.2005 - 05.2006
Human Resources Manager
USJade Corporation
10.2004 - 08.2005
Director of Human Resources
Neomar, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2002
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mount Ida College
Human Resources Management coursework (HRM Certification)
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services (Counseling & Psychology)
Springfield College