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Global Director of Human Resources

Freepoint Commodities
Stamford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Our client, Freepoint Commodities , is seeking a Global Director of Human Resources to be part of their management team, with a focus on Employee Relations. In this position, you’ll oversee a global team with 4 direct reports, leading employee relations, ensuring best practices are consistently applied. In addition, you’ll manage HR operations and benefits, and work with global teams to ensure compliance and with regulatory and policy requirements. As Global Director of Human Resources, you will engage with various levels of management, providing expert guidance to the Executive Leadership Team. The role is designed for someone who is passionate about employee relations and maintaining an optimal work culture, as well as committed to making a meaningful impact within the organization.

This Global Director of Human Resources will work a hybrid schedule of 4 days / week onsite (Monday-Thursday) in the Stamford, CT office- work from home on Fridays.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

General

  • Manage Global HR Team to include direct reports in US, Singapore, and London
  • Ensure legal compliance and maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance in all global jurisdictions.
  • Ensure HR operations, policies, and practices are efficient, compliant, and scalable, enabling the company to grow while maintaining a high level of employee engagement.
  • Champion company culture though values and leadership as an Employer of Choice
  • Support Executive Leadership Team and provide HR advisory services to leaders across the business

Onboarding- Benefits and Payroll

  • Provide “white glove” treatment for all facets of employee lifecycle
  • Manage HR Benefits for US Operations to include open enrollment, benefit changes and requests and all related communications.
  • Provide escalation for complex benefits issues, offering advanced troubleshooting and resolution while working with benefits broker and vendors.
  • Provide global benefits strategy to elevate total rewards, ensuring offerings meet business goals and talent strategies.
  • Support international health & wellness program renewals and implementations
  • Integrating benefits, wellbeing and work-life solutions to provide a cohesive associate experience
  • Review bi-weekly US payrolls that are processed by 3rd party administrator. Support international payroll processes, leverage technology to consolidate transactions and reporting
  • Work with CFO on Annual Bonus Process
  • Recruitment

  • Oversee global talent acquisition and processes
  • Act as point of contact for outside recruitment agencies and act as liaison for the business units and applicants
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts to attract and retain top talent that aligns with the company's values and strategic goals.
  • Manage US Immigration and Visas
  • Employee Relations and Performance Management

  • Provide coaching and advice on key areas such as leadership, management and team dynamics
  • Primary point-of-contact on employee relations issues
  • Direct HR staff on annual Internship Program
  • Manage annual performance appraisal program
  • REQUIREMENTS :

  • 15 years of experience in the HR field, particularly Employee Relations, with significant experience in the financial services industry required
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
  • Experience with benefits, advanced bonus structure performance management, and legal compliance
  • Strong Excel skills required
  • Knowledge of Workday a plus
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