Interim Head of People (Contract)

Our client is seeking an Interim Head of People to lead and build its human resources function on a contract basis, with the potential to convert to full time. The ideal candidate will be approachable, decisive, and culture-minded. This is a contract hybrid position based in New York, NY. Starting at $85/hour. Interim Head Of People's Responsibilities And Duties Own the full HR function, including talent acquisition, culture, performance, compensation and benefits, and HR operationsManage the employee lifecycle from recruiting and onboarding through development and retentionServe as the primary point of contact for employee questions and HR guidanceOversee employee relations, including conflict resolution and performance issuesBuild and maintain HR policies, processes, and systems, including HRIS, for a distributed workforceSupervise one part-time HR team member and manage vendors such as benefits brokers and payroll providers Interim Head Of People's Qualifications And Skills At least 10 years of professional experience in progressive HR roles, including 3 or more years in senior HR leadershipBachelor's degree required; advanced degree or SHRM/HRCI certification preferredProven track record building or scaling an HR function, ideally in a nonprofit, association, or membership organizationStrong knowledge of compensation design, benefits administration, and employment lawExperience managing HR operations for a hybrid or multi-location workforceAvailability to start immediately RightClick is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant irrespective of race, color, creed, alienage, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law.