We are assisting a client to fill this role which is an excellent opportunity for a strategic HR leader passionate about driving talent initiatives and fostering an inclusive, high-performance workplace culture.
Job Title: Director of Talent & Strategy
Reports To: CEO
Position Overview
The Director of Talent & Strategy is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and company culture. This position ensures compliance with labor laws while fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Management & HR Strategy
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Lead the recruitment and selection process to attract and retain top talent.
- Design and execute a comprehensive onboarding program that reflects company values.
- Serve as a liaison between management and employees to address workplace concerns.
- Oversee and manage a performance evaluation system that promotes continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices.
- Administer benefits, including open enrollment processes.
- Identify training needs and implement effective development programs.
- Manage safety programs in partnership with insurance providers.
Talent Development & Retention
- Develop and implement talent programs, including leadership development, succession planning, and career progression initiatives.
- Drive a performance management culture that emphasizes accountability, recognition, and growth.
- Analyze workforce trends and metrics to support strategic planning and business growth.
- Align talent development efforts with organizational priorities.
Culture & Employee Experience
- Champion company culture, ensuring alignment with business goals and core values.
- Develop and implement employee engagement strategies backed by data insights.
- Work with leadership to integrate cultural principles into processes, communications, and decision-making.
- Establish workplace policies that ensure compliance while preserving company culture.
Organizational Effectiveness
- Lead organizational design and change management efforts to enhance agility and scalability.
- Partner with senior leadership to optimize team structures, roles, and workflows for efficiency.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration to align people strategies with business objectives.
- Define key metrics and evaluation methods to measure organizational health and effectiveness.
- Utilize technology to improve internal communication and foster inclusivity.
- Continuously evaluate and refine internal communication strategies using data-driven insights.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in HR, Talent Management, or Organizational Development, including 2+ years in a management role.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor teams.
- Expertise in HR metrics, systems, and databases.
- Comprehensive knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Analytical and strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with HR technology, talent management tools, and workplace communication platforms.
Preferred Skills
- Experience using ADP WorkforceNow.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary life insurance, LTD, and STD.
- Unlimited PTO and 6 paid holidays.
- 401(k) match – 100% of the first 4%.
