Director, Human Resources

About the role

Lead and scale the Human Resources function for a high-growth tech company operating full-time in-office.

• Own HR Operations, Employee Experience, Compliance, and Development across all stages of company growth.
• Advise executive leadership on performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Design and implement scalable systems for onboarding, payroll, benefits, reviews, promotions, and compensation cycles.
• Oversee and optimize HRIS administration (Rippling), including system build-outs and process automation.
• Develop learning programs and career frameworks to support long-term employee growth.
• Drive headcount planning, people analytics, and annual compensation review processes.
• Establish clear policies, documentation, and compliance standards to reduce risk and create operational clarity.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and ensure strong internal communication alignment.

Responsibilities

• Own HR Operations, Employee Experience, Compliance, and Development across all stages of company growth.
• Advise executive leadership on performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Design and implement scalable systems for onboarding, payroll, benefits, reviews, promotions, and compensation cycles.
• Oversee and optimize HRIS administration (Rippling), including system build-outs and process automation.
• Develop learning programs and career frameworks to support long-term employee growth.
• Drive headcount planning, people analytics, and annual compensation review processes.
• Establish clear policies, documentation, and compliance standards to reduce risk and create operational clarity.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and ensure strong internal communication alignment.

Requirements

• 7–12 years of Human Resources experience.
• The last 3 years must be within a high growth tech startup.
• Experience building and leading an HR function from early-stage growth through 300+ employee scale.
• Hands-on expertise across HR operations, recruiting infrastructure, L&D, performance management, and compensation cycles.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Experience implementing scalable HR systems, preferably including Rippling.
• Experience partnering closely with executive teams to align people strategy with business objectives.
• Proven ability to operate independently in fast-paced, resource-constrained startup environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-F certificated preferred.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Rippling.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $140,000 - 185,000 annually, based on experience.
• Full-time, in-office role based in New York City.
• Equity participation in a high-growth NYC-based environment.
• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate personal and professional life.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Work-life balance with generous vacation and sick leave policies.

Pay

• $140,000 - 185,000 annually, based on experience.

Schedule

• Full-time, in-office role based in New York City.