Director of Human Resources

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Director of Human Resources to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $110,000 to $130,000 per year. Job Responsibilities Lead all human resources functions, including employee relations, compensation, benefits administration, compliance, and workforce planning. Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership by providing guidance on people initiatives, organizational effectiveness, and talent management. Develop, implement, and enhance HR policies, procedures, and programs to support business objectives and employee engagement. Oversee payroll, benefits, HR systems, and vendor relationships while ensuring efficient and compliant HR operations. Manage and develop HR staff while driving change management, process improvements, and organizational initiatives. Requirements 10+ years of progressive human resources experience with increasing levels of responsibility. Extensive knowledge of employee relations, employment law, leave administration, workers’ compensation, benefits, and HR compliance practices. Prior experience partnering directly with senior leadership to support strategic business and workforce objectives. Leadership experience managing HR teams, programs, and organizational initiatives. Previous experience working within manufacturing, aerospace, consumer products, food production, or other highly regulated industries. Qualifications Proven ability to evaluate, modernize, and improve HR processes, policies, and operational systems. Prior experience leading HR transformation initiatives rather than solely maintaining existing programs. Familiarity with HRIS, ERP implementations, system enhancements, and HR technology solutions. Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Previous experience supporting quality-driven environments, vendor management activities, and cross-functional partnerships involving payroll, benefits, and workforce analytics. REF #53009 #ZR