Rob Watts
Vice President Human Resources and Information Technology @Abzena
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President Human Resources and Information Technology @Abzena
Cambridge, GB
I lead the global HR and IT teams at Abzena, a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) serving the biopharmaceutical industry. In this role, I drive strategic alignment between people, technology, and business outcomes, fostering a high-performance culture and scalable infrastructure across our international operations. My focus is on empowering teams, enhancing employee experience, and leveraging technology to support rapid growth and innovation.Abzena is a bioconjugate- and biologics-focused CDMO that pushes development of novel treatments forward at every stage from discovery through commercial launch. With the ability to tailor its strategy and customer experience to each project, Abzena develops and implements innovative solutions that enable biotech and biopharma companies to realize the full potential of their investments in human health. The company has research, development, and cGMP facilities across locations in San Diego, CA, Bristol, PA, and Cambridge, UK.
EDUCATION
Anglia Ruskin University
Post Grad, Human Resource Management
University of Staffordshire
BA Hons, Human Resource Management
Hinchingbrooke
A levels
ABOUT ROB WATTS
Senior leader with significant experience in entrepreneurial start-up and scale-up environments across the biotechnology, CDMO, digital technology, and professional services sectors. I lead the global HR and IT functions at Abzena, where I focus on building operational consistency, enhancing the employee experience, and aligning people and technology strategies with business goals. My work is driven by a passion for cultivating high-performing teams and enabling growth through scalable, people-centric solutions.
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