Director of Human Resources

Spero; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

11 federal holidays

Flexible time

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Financial wellness tools

Job summary

Spero Financial is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead our HR team in Greenville, SC, aligning people strategies with our member-first culture. You will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, policy, HRIS/ATS, onboarding, engagement, and retention while partnering with leaders to drive trust, growth, and regulatory compliance.

This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate talent

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of human resources experience with prior management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree and HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM CP/SCP) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR team with clear priorities, 1:1s, and development.
• Oversee recruitment and partner with hiring managers on strategy and process.
• Oversee employee relations and conduct investigations with leadership.
• Oversee compensation and benefits administration, including merit cycles and retirement plan.
• Maintain HR policy, ensure federal/state compliance, and support audits.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Talent management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree and HR Certification

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

At Spero Financial (formerly SC Telco Federal Credit Union), we’re more than just a credit union — we are a team of financial coaches, resolution-seekers, and thought leaders committed to enhancing the financial lives of the members we serve. Named a Best Credit Unions to Work For in the Nation by American Banker five years in a row, and one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina six years in a row, we believe taking care of our teammates is one of the most powerful ways to invest in our members' future.Spero team members enjoy a surplus of perks and benefits .

Committed to our staff, our members, and our community.

We're looking for energetic people to join our dynamic team; people with passion for helping individuals soar financially. As a company, we believe in investing in our most valuable asset — our team members — and approaching every decision with the spirit of a warrior, the heart of a servant, and the mind of a champion.

Spero Financial is an equal opportunity employer . All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Position:Director of Human Resources

Location: Greenville, SC

Job Id:475

# of Openings:1

ROLE:

The HR Director reports to the Senior Vice President of Talent Management and leads the day-to-day operations of the HR function across the credit union. Responsible for the full HR portfolio — talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, HR policy and compliance, HRIS, onboarding, engagement, and retention — this role translates talent strategy into execution, leads the HR team, and partners with department leaders across the credit union to deliver HR services that reflect the credit union’s values and member-first culture.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads, develops, and coaches the HR team through clear priorities, regular 1:1s, and development. Maintain a high-performing HR team that is seen across the credit union as responsive, professional and caring. Ensures appropriate workload distribution, cross-training, and backup coverage across the function.
• Oversees and manages the credit union’s recruitment function and partners with Sr. HR Generalist and hiring managers on execution across all levels. Drives continuous improvement in both outcomes and candidate experience. Partners with the SVP on critical, executive, and hard-to-fill role strategies, and oversees sourcing partnerships, and recruiting technology.
• Oversees employee relations across the credit union, serving as a resource and escalation point for complex cases and partnering with managers on performance conversations, difficult discussions, and workplace matters. Leads or oversees formal investigations in partnership with SVP of Talent Management.
• Oversees day-to-day compensation and benefits administration including merit cycles, promotions, job classification, benefits enrollment, and retirement plan administration. Partners with the SVP on compensation strategy execution and with the benefits broker on plan design, renewals, and employee experience. Ensures pay equity analysis, 401(k) governance support, and total rewards communication are executed in partnership with the Sr. HR Generalist and SVP.
• Oversees HR policy maintenance, interpretation, and rollout across the credit union, and ensures compliance with federal and state employment law as well as credit union–relevant regulatory expectations. Oversees EEO-1 & VETS reporting, I-9 compliance, pay equity reporting, and other required HR filings. Partners with Compliance and Risk on sensitive matters and emerging regulatory changes, and supports audits and examinations with timely, accurate documentation.
• Translates the credit union's talent strategy into operational plans, workstreams, and projects, and leads HR initiatives including technology implementations, policy refreshes, program launches, and process improvements. Represents HR in cross-functional projects and change initiatives.
• Serves as a trusted HR partner to department leaders across the credit union — partnering with department managers on workforce needs, structure, and talent moves within their units, and coaching leaders on people decisions, change management, and team effectiveness.
• Partners with the SVP on engagement strategy execution — surveys, action planning, recognition programs, and culture events. Monitors retention and turnover trends and partners with department leaders on targeted retention efforts, ensuring the HR function contributes meaningfully to the credit union’s employee value proposition.
• Oversees the HR technology including HRIS, ATS, benefits administration platforms, and reporting tools, and partners with Sr. HR Generalist, Payroll and Finance on employee data accuracy and benefits reconciliation.
• Performs other job related duties to include special HR projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience: 5 to 8 years of human resources experience with prior management experience
• Education/Certifications/Licenses: Bachelor's Degree and HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM CP/SCP) highly preferred

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Demonstrates the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels of the organization. Communicates with clarity, discretion, and empathy — adapting style effectively whether interacting with a candidate, a front-line employee, a branch manager, or a senior executive. Handles sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and sound judgment

Investing and taking care of our people is how we are taking the lead in investing in a brighter future for everyone.

Health Insurance Coverage

• Affordable, competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (Health Savings, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care)
• Life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program | Lunch & Learns
• Health Coaching

Helping You Succeed

We not only want to set up our members to soar financially but our team members as well.

Future Success

• 401(k) Retirement Plan, 100% match up to 3%
• Additional 50% match up to 2%
• Additional profit-sharing contribution

Helping You Grow

We believe that continuous learning leads to growth - both personally and professionally.

Investing In You

• Personal & professional growth opportunities
• Company library, local & national conferences
• Financial wellness tools

Family's Always First

Work is only one component of our team's day-to-day life. We want our teammates to enjoy the moments in life that truly matter.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off
• 11 paid federal holidays
• Flex time available

Caring for Our Community

As a credit union, serving our communities is at the heart of our cooperative spirit.

Giving Back

• Financial workshops & community activities
• Sponsored food trucks for law enforcement

Go Farther Together

We aren't all work and no play! Our annual events give team members a chance to unwind and enjoy some great food and fun.