Human Resources Director

Stout · Arlington, VA · 2 wk ago

On-siteHuman Resources$160k–$180k/yrFull-time

About the role

Impact You'll Make
As a Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to business leaders, directly impacting organizational growth and talent retention. This role connects business priorities with people strategy by influencing decision-making, leading change, and advancing Stout’s culture of Relentless Excellence.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, developing and executing integrated people strategies that enable growth, performance, and retention of top talent.
Partner with leadership to design and optimize structures, roles, and talent to meet evolving business needs and future growth goals.
Strengthen leadership capability through direct coaching and feedback.
Drive annual talent review and succession planning processes to identify, develop, and retain talent across the business.
Lead a culture of accountability and excellence by enabling leaders to effectively manage performance, provide feedback, and recognize results.
Guide leaders and teams through organizational change, ensuring strong communication, alignment, and engagement throughout transitions.
Use workforce data, engagement insights, and retention analytics to identify trends, diagnose root causes, and develop proactive strategies.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and Colleague Experience to deliver cohesive HR solutions.
Partner with leaders to advance firm culture, enhance colleague connection, and strengthen engagement across teams and geographies.
Provide direction, mentorship, and thought leadership within the HR team, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and strategic alignment.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive HR experience, including time as a strategic business partner or HR leader supporting senior executives.
Proven success in developing and executing HR strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.
Strong business acumen and ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable people strategies.
Exceptional communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
Expertise in organizational design, talent management, and leadership development.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required; Master’s degree or professional certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
Strategic, forward-thinking, and business-minded approach.
High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
Agility and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Collaborative leadership, building trust and alignment.
Commitment to excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or professional certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
Experience in a similar role at a large firm.
Experience with HRIS systems.
Experience with performance management tools.
Experience with talent acquisition and recruitment.
Experience with employee engagement surveys.
Experience with diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Strong analytical and data-driven skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $160,000 - $180,000 annually. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of options, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and access to other wellness-focused benefits. Depending on employment category, Stout offers Personal Time Off per calendar year based on standard work hours and years of service or Discretionary Time Off. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $160,000 - $180,000 annually.

Schedule

Not specified.