Director of Human Resources

About the role

DV Trading is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead and scale our HR function across a fast-paced proprietary trading environment. This individual will serve as a key business partner to leadership, employee engagement, organizational development, and operational excellence across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on organizational design, employee development, performance management, and conflict resolution
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, including benchmarking and market competitiveness
• Develop and maintain HR metrics and reporting to support strategic decision-making
• Aid with workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives
• Support international HR initiatives and expansion efforts where applicable
• Define company policies, employee engagement, and company culture
• Manage the budget for the HR department
• Conduct market benchmarking and salary analysis
• Oversee onboarding and integration for new employees
• Develop hiring strategies to attract top talent

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources or related people operations roles
• Previous HR leadership experience required
• Industry experience within proprietary trading, hedge funds, financial services, fintech, or capital markets strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and employee relations
• Experience supporting high-growth, fast-paced, or performance-driven organizations
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Experience with HRIS systems, compensation planning, and recruiting processes
• Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) is a plus

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retail plan with employer match

Pay

The range below reflects the expected base salary for this position. It represents a good-faith estimate of the base pay we anticipate offering, with actual compensation determined by your experience, education, skills, and performance throughout the interview process. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus (at DV Trading's discretion) and DV Trading's benefits package, including the benefits listed above.

Schedule

Not specified