Human Resources (HR) Director

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to support a financial services organization in Salem, New Hampshire through a Contract assignment. This position will provide leadership across employee relations, benefits, HR administration, compensation, and compliance while helping strengthen people operations and policy execution. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, sound judgment, and the ability to guide HR programs in a regulated environment. Responsibilities:• Lead day-to-day human resources operations, ensuring consistent support across employee relations, benefits administration, and core HR processes.• Advise leadership on workplace matters, resolve sensitive employee issues, and promote fair, compliant employment practices.• Oversee compensation and benefits activities, including program administration, policy interpretation, and process improvement recommendations.• Maintain HR compliance by monitoring employment regulations, updating internal practices, and supporting audit readiness where needed.• Manage HR documentation, reporting, and personnel records with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.• Partner with business leaders to implement HR strategies that align workforce needs with organizational goals.• Support contract-related HR requirements and help ensure adherence to standards connected to government-regulated engagements.• Provide guidance on HR systems usage, including UKG Pro, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency in HR administration. • 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, including leadership responsibility in a director-level or senior HR capacity. • Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, benefits administration, HR operations, and compensation practices. • Strong knowledge of HR compliance requirements and the ability to apply employment regulations in a practical business setting. • Experience supporting organizations with government contract considerations is highly valued. • Proficiency with UKG Pro and confidence using HR systems for reporting, recordkeeping, and process management. • Background in a collection agency or call center environment is preferred but not required. • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle sensitive matters professionally. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.