Human Resources Director

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to build, scale, and lead our HR function during an exciting period of growth. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and has successfully developed HR infrastructure while supporting organizational expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Human Resources function, including employee relations, performance management, organizational development, compliance, and HR operations.
• Develop and implement HR strategies that support rapid company growth and long-term business objectives.
• Build scalable HR programs, policies, and processes that can evolve with the organization.
• Partner closely with executive leadership to drive workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy.
• Support the company through periods of significant growth, organizational change, and scaling.
• Lead HR integration efforts related to mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth employee experience and successful organizational transition.
• Navigate complex organizational structures, including matrixed and enterprise environments.
• Coach and develop leaders on employee engagement, performance management, and leadership effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Foster a positive, high-performance culture while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including experience as an HR Director or similar senior HR leader.
• Demonstrated success supporting high growth startups and scaling organizations.
• Significant experience leading HR efforts during mergers, acquisitions, or post-acquisition integrations.
• Experience working within large enterprise or matrix organizations.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to execute operationally.
• Experience building HR infrastructure, policies, and programs from the ground up.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills.
• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree or HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Preferred Experience:
• Startup experience where you helped build and scale the HR function.
• Experience supporting organizations through rapid headcount growth.
• Background partnering with executive leadership on organizational design and business strategy.
• Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-changing environments.