Compass HR Advisors LLC
Anchoring Success In People
Biotech demands specialized support and we deliver just that
With over 15 years of experience supporting emerging life sciences companies and a client base consisting entirely of small and mid-sized businesses, Compass understands the unique challenges and needs of this industry. We’ve discarded the outdated HR playbook, choosing instead to work hand-in-hand with our clients to tackle their unique needs and challenges together, offering practical and cost-effective solutions.
Whether you’re a 10-person startup with no formalized HR function, or a 100-person public company looking to bring on some additional expertise, let Compass be your partner from the bench to the boardroom.
Our Expertise
Former VP, Head of HR and Sr. HRBP
Specialties:
Organizational Builds & Restructurings
Compensation & Equity Programs
ET, BOD, and Compensation Committee Support
Culture & Engagement Strategies
IPO & M&A Support
Employee Relations
Executive Coaching
Samantha Vuksanic, SHRM-SCP
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Career highlight: In first executive role, led a 150% workforce expansion within 18 months, earned a “Best Places to Work” accolade, and maintained < 10% voluntary attrition.
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Workforce Planning
Organizational Design
Business & Growth Strategy
Culture & Values
Employee Value Proposition
IPO/M&A Diligence & Prep
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Total Rewards Programs
HR Technology & Systems
Vendor Management
Internal Communications
Onboarding & Offboarding
Immigration
Leave Administration
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Recruitment
Performance Management
Engagement
Retention
Learning & Development
Manager & Leadership Coaching
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Employee Relations
Policy Development
Labor Law Compliance
Ethics & Conduct
Governance & Process
Our Services
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Retained HR Advisory Services
Ready to commit? So are we. This approach ensures you have dedicated resources available when you need them. It’s about building a partnership where we’re as invested in your success as you are — always ready to navigate the next challenge together.
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Short-Term Projects
You know what you want and we love that. For short-term projects with clear objectives such as offsite facilitations, we’ll help take the guesswork out of budgeting by giving you one straightforward price. No surprise costs — just one number you can take to the bank (or to your CFO).
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Coaching
You know where you want to go — we’ll help you get there. Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, preparing for a leadership role, or sharpening your professional skills, we’ll work with you to craft a tailored strategy that aligns with your goals and set you up for long-term success.
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Hourly Support
Let’s keep it flexible. You’ll only pay for the time you use. Our sliding scale rates mean you get charged based on the complexity of the work—simpler tasks, lower rates. You’ll get the support you need, when you need it.
Case Studies
Keeping Steady at the Helm
Pre-commercial, publicly traded biotech company with 35+ employees and Boston-based HQ
Led effective recruitment campaigns for CSO, CMO, CFO, CBO, and Board Chairman
Conducted engagement survey and culture assessment to identify cause of recent attrition; increased retention rates to 90%
Led HR diligence, risk mitigation, personnel integration, and winddown activities throughout acquisition of a pre-commercial company, netting 20 multi-state FTEs
Charting a Path to Success
Pre-commercial biotech company, recent IPO, 50 employees with multi-state presence
Designed and implemented a comprehensive compensation philosophy and program for a client, including cash and equity targets, grade levels, and career ladders
Partnered with CEO to develop executive team values and expectations, fostering accountability and strategic leadership
Built an 18-month HR roadmap and staffing plan; drove effective recruitment campaigns for multiple roles
“Samantha puts the ‘human’ back in human resources.”
— FEEDBACK RECEIVED ON CLIENT SURVEY