Director of People & HR Strategy

Haskel Thompson & Associates, LLC - Executive Recruiters; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskel Thompson & Associates, LLC - Executive Recruiters seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership across HR and Payroll, aligning people programs with organizational goals. You will drive compliance, talent management, and compensation strategy while partnering with executive leadership on workforce planning.

The role emphasizes 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to influence at the highest level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, payroll, benefits, compensation, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience directing HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and organizational development.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting and cost management for department.
• Ability to interpret regulations, manage complex matters, and maintain confidentiality.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with executive collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of HR and Payroll operations aligned with goals.
• Lead daily HR operations, KPIs, budgets, and drive efficiency and improvement.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and handbook; ensure legal compliance.
• Oversee employee records, payroll documentation, compliance and required training/certifications.
• Lead talent management including onboarding, performance evaluations, development, and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution while fostering inclusion.
• Develop engagement, recognition, retention, and career development programs.
• Establish compensation structures, salary ranges, and benefits programs aligned with budgets.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, 401(k), healthcare renewals, and annual enrollment.
• Partner with Accounting on compensation planning, benefits analysis, and budgeting.
• Manage business insurance programs, renewals, audits, and claims.
• Advise executive leadership on workforce planning and HR initiatives for growth.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee relations

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Haskel Thompson & Associates, LLC - Executive Recruiters seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership across HR and Payroll, aligning people programs with organizational goals. You will drive compliance, talent management, and compensation strategy while partnering with executive leadership on workforce planning.

The role emphasizes 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to influence at the highest level.