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HR Director
Onsite - Flower Hill, NY
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a...
Director of HR which is a pivotal leader integrating people strategy with business strategy. This position oversees all HR Business functions at the site level, including talent development, people management, performance management, learning and development, HRIS and provider relations. This role demands strong business acumen, leadership, and the ability to serve as a trusted partner to both executives and employees.
Key Responsibilities
Business Strategy & Site Management
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with business goals, ensuring the site’s human capital supports organizational growth and competitiveness
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on talent management, workforce planning, and employee relations.
- Analyze workforce trends and organizational needs to inform site-level workforce planning, organizational design, and change management initiatives
- Oversee site HR operations, ensuring compliance with employment laws, company policies, and industry best practices
Talent Development & People Management
- Succession planning, and workforce development to ensure the organization has the right skills and leadership pipeline for future growth
- Build and nurture a high-performing HR team, providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture that promotes employee retention and satisfaction
Performance Management
- Design, implement, and oversee performance management systems that align individual and team objectives with business strategy
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve employee productivity, engagement, and organizational outcomes
- Guide managers in delivering effective feedback, coaching, and performance improvement plans
Learning and Development
- Identify skill gaps and develop comprehensive learning and development programs to enhance employee capabilities and support career growth
Trusted Partner & Change Agent
- Serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to business leaders, providing guidance on organizational design, talent strategy, and people-related decisions
- Lead change management efforts during organizational transformations, ensuring effective communication and employee engagement
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- Proven experience as an HR Director or similar senior HR leadership role, preferably in a multi-site or complex organization
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in HR business partnering within a large, complex organization.
- Ability to think strategically and execute operationally.
- Expertise in talent management, performance management, learning and development, and employee relations
- Demonstrated ability to manage HR operations, budgets, and relationships.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
- Experience in change management and organizational development
