Human Resources Director

We are conducting a search for a strategic and hands-on Director of Human Resources to join a dynamic manufacturing organization following a successful merger and acquisition. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for unifying HR functions, aligning people strategies, and helping shape a cohesive, forward-looking organization.

This person will play a critical role in guiding the integration of multiple HR systems, processes, and cultures into a high-performing framework. They will act as a trusted advisor to the President while also driving practical, day-to-day improvements that strengthen operations and ensure compliance following an exciting acquisition.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO, President, and executive leadership team on all people-related matters.
• Develop and execute the organization’s HR and people strategy, aligned with business objectives, growth plans, and key priorities.
• Strengthen and evolve organizational culture while ensuring alignment with broader enterprise values, leadership expectations, and standards.
• Provide executive-level insight and guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Operate effectively within a dual reporting structure, balancing the organization’s operational independence with the governance, compliance, and reporting requirements of a larger parent company.
• Ensure adherence to HR policies, SOX-related controls, internal governance standards, and regulatory requirements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (Master’s or MBA) preferred.
• 15 years of progressive experience in human resources, including time in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience operating at a senior or executive HR level within complex, regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead HR functions in organizations with lean teams and broad operational scope.
• Experience navigating matrixed or dual reporting structures, ideally within subsidiary or multi-entity organizations.
• Background in highly regulated industries is strongly preferred.

For further information, please contact claire.butcher@pacific-international.com

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