HR Director

• Lead and support the HR team, including HRBPs and functional specialists, ensuring alignment and coverage during team absences
• Partner closely with leadership (CEO / Legal) and provide clear, professional communication up and down the organization
• Oversee and support Open Enrollment (mid-October), ensuring smooth execution and adequate coverage for a lean benefits team
• Help manage and coordinate employee communications related to an upcoming office relocation (mid-November)
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including investigations and coordination with outside counsel as needed
• Support HRBPs with day-to-day advisory needs across the organization
• Maintain focus on compliance, policy interpretation, and risk mitigation
• Oversee payroll at a high level (team is stable
• direct processing not expected but familiarity is helpful)
• Identify and address any gaps in processes, communication, or team capacity during the engagement

• Proven experience at the HR Director level
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Experience navigating employee relations issues, compliance, and organizational communication
• Comfortable stepping into a transitional environment and adding value quickly
• Prior exposure to benefits oversight and Open Enrollment cycles
• Familiarity with ADP or similar HRIS platforms
• Payroll oversight experience is a plus (team is well established)
• Professional, adaptable, and capable of working both strategically and tactically

Payroll oversight experience

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan