VP of Human Resources

A local financial services organization is seeking an experienced Vice President of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all facets of human resources. Reporting to the COO, this executive will guide a talented HR team and collaborate with senior leadership to drive initiatives in talent management, culture, leadership development, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with a hands-on approach, bringing strong business acumen, technical expertise, and a people-first mindset to help shape the company’s next phase of success. This opportunity offers a hybrid work environment and excellent bonus potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the HR team, overseeing all areas including talent acquisition, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and compliance
• Partner with executive leadership to design and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals and organizational values
• Drive culture and engagement initiatives to enhance retention and promote a high-performance environment
• Oversee compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring programs remain competitive and aligned with company objectives
• Champion automation and system modernization initiatives, including the transition to a new HRIS platform
• Manage leadership development and succession planning efforts to strengthen future talent pipelines
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, offering guidance on organizational structure, performance management, and employee relations
• Partner with external brokers and vendors to optimize benefits programs and open enrollment processes
• Monitor HR metrics and analytics to assess the effectiveness of programs and identify opportunities for improvement
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including oversight of multiple HR functions
• Proven ability to lead both strategic and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced, evolving business
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable HR initiatives
• Experience implementing HR systems (Paycor, UKG, or similar) and driving process improvement
• Demonstrated success building engagement, culture, and leadership development programs
• Skilled communicator with the confidence to influence at all levels of the organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required;advanced degree or SHRM-SCP/SPHR certification preferred

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