Director of Human Resources

E.A. Buck Financial Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k with generous match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

E.A. Buck Financial Services seeks a Director of Human Resources in Denver, CO to lead the HR function and align people programs with business growth. This role partners with executives to drive talent strategy, leadership development, and organizational scalability.

You will own talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, HR operations and compliance to enable a proactive, high-performing culture in a fast-growing firm.

Qualifications

• 8+ years HR experience with at least 5 years in leadership
• Bachelor’s in HR, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred
• SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Responsibilities

• Lead HR function and develop people strategies aligned with company growth.
• Oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management.
• Administer compensation, benefits and HR operations.
• Develop succession planning and organizational development.
• Implement HR metrics and reporting for leadership.
• Drive change management during acquisitions and new offices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic HR

Talent management

Employee relations

Organizational development

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

E.A. Buck is a fast-growing financial services company with dual headquarters in Denver and Honolulu. We’re seeking a Director of Human Resources to join our growing team in the Denver, CO office! The Director of Human Resources will lead the Human Resources function for the E.A. Buck enterprise and is responsible for developing and executing the people strategies, programs and infrastructure necessary to support the Company's business objectives and continued growth.

The Director serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and management while overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, organizational development, succession planning, HR operations and employment compliance. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring Human Resources operates as a proactive business partner that attracts, develops and retains high-performing employees, strengthens leadership and accountability, supports the Company's culture and values, and scales effectively with the organization.

NOTE: Only people who are currently living in Colorado will be considered for this role.

What You’ll Do:

• Leadership – Participation on the leadership committees to help set company strategy and policy.
• Company Goals – Provide leadership and direction in the attainment of the company goals. Including annual KPIs, 3-year objectives, and long-term targets.
• Strategic Organization – Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company’s mission, vision and goals.
• Management – Supervise the daily activities of the Human Resources team with a focus on executing corporate objectives and goals.
• Meetings – Conduct daily huddles, weekly staff meetings and 1:1 meetings.
• Training – Provide initial training and ongoing professional development. Supervise, train, mentor, and coach staff to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Hiring – Be a part of the hiring and interviewing process, as necessary.
• Terminations & Disciplinary Actions – As appropriate, handle disciplinary actions – including counseling, personal improvement plans and employee terminations when necessary.
• Performance Evaluation – Periodically evaluate the performance of direct reports.
• Project Management – As needed lead or work collaboratively on projects that are necessary for enhancing the efficiencies and effectiveness of the business.
• HR Strategy – Develop and execute Human Resources strategies and objectives aligned with the Company’s business plan, annual KPIs, long-term growth objectives, and organizational needs.
• Organizational Development – Assess organizational structure, workforce needs and people-related trends; provides executive leadership with analysis, recommendations and solutions that strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Workforce & Succession Planning – Develop and maintain workforce and succession plans for key roles to support continuity, leadership development, retention and future growth.
• Change Management – Provide HR leadership for organizational change, new offices, acquisitions and integration of employees and teams into E.A. Buck.
• HR Metrics – Develop and monitor meaningful HR metrics and trends and provide actionable reporting and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Talent Acquisition – Identify staffing and recruiting needs and develop and execute effective practices for sourcing, selecting and hiring qualified employees.
• Onboarding – Oversee effective onboarding and orientation processes that prepare new employees for successful integration and performance.
• Performance Management – Lead the Company’s performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, development planning, and accountability for timely completion.
• Training & Development – Develop and coordinate employee and manager training, professional development and leadership development programs aligned with organizational needs.
• Talent & Retention – Partner with leaders to identify high-potential employees, development opportunities, succession needs and strategies to retain high-performing talent.
• Compensation – Administer and support the Company’s compensation programs, job descriptions, position classifications and annual compensation planning processes.
• Benefits & Leave – Oversee administration of employee benefits and leave programs and coordinate with vendors and internal partners to ensure accurate and timely execution.
• HRIS & Records – Maintain accurate employee data, personnel records and HRIS information and ensure employee.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressive human resources experience, including at least five (5) years of human resources management or leadership experience
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Strong leadership, supervisory, interpersonal, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and HRIS/talent management systems
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to the needs of a growing organization

What You’ll Get:

• $110k - $200k/year based on experience
• Competitive benefits package including 100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Eligibility to enroll in health savings account, flexible savings account, and more
• Paid vacation (PTO) and paid holidays
• Join our mission-driven company and partake in 401k with generous matching