Anne Munsell Webster
About Anne Munsell Webster
Anne Munsell Webster is the Executive Director of Global HR Operations at BeiGene in Emeryville, California, with extensive experience in HR operations and technology integration.
Current Company and Position
Anne Munsell Webster currently holds the position of Executive Director, Global HR Operations at BeiGene in Emeryville, California, United States. She is responsible for guiding the organization's global HR operations and aligning HR strategies with business objectives. Her role includes managing technology infrastructure and ensuring compliance across HR functions.
Previous Roles in Human Resources
Before her current role at BeiGene, Anne served as Senior Director, HR Operations at BeiGene from 2018 to 2021. Prior to this, she was Senior Director, HR Operations at Pfizer from 2015 to 2018, and Head of HR Systems and Operations at Morrison & Foerster LLP in 2015. Anne has also held positions at Lam Research/M Squared Consulting, BlackRock, Novartis Vaccines, Pacific Gas & Electric, John Muir Health, and Wells Fargo Bank.
Education and Academic Background
Anne Munsell Webster holds a Master of Education in Systems Development from Boston University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies/Mandarin from Connecticut College. Additionally, she studied Asian Studies/Mandarin through the Twelve College Exchange program at Dartmouth College. Her academic background has provided a foundation for her expertise in HR operations and systems.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Anne Munsell Webster led the implementation of Workday at BeiGene, significantly enhancing the company's HR technology infrastructure. She developed and executed a global mobility program to streamline international employee transfers and implemented a comprehensive business continuity and disaster recovery plan for BeiGene's HR operations. Anne has been instrumental in developing BeiGene's corporate security policies and procedures.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Anne has extensive experience in managing HR operations during mergers and acquisitions and is an expert in integrating HR technology solutions such as SAP/SuccessFactors and Oracle Fusion. She has driven workforce analytics initiatives to support strategic decision-making and has a strong background in risk and compliance management within HR functions. Regular collaboration with senior leadership ensures alignment of HR strategies with business objectives.