Head of HR (Contract)

Frazer Jones; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazer Jones partners with a global tech innovator to recruit a Global HR Director. This role reports to the President and leads all facets of HR, including talent acquisition, compensation, learning and development, and compliance across regions.

The successful candidate will mentor a high-performing HR team, leverage data-driven insights, and ensure alignment with business goals in a complex, evolving environment. Strong leadership and strategic thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or Psychology required.
• Master’s degree preferred for senior leadership.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in HR or equivalent roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead global HR strategy and workforce planning.
• Oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation & benefits, learning and development, and compliance.
• Develop global HR policies and foster a cohesive culture.
• Drive HR analytics and data-informed decision making.
• Mentor and develop the HR team; partner with executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic leadership

HR strategy

Communication skills

People management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Psychology

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that’s not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it?

Our client, is a technology innovator that is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and its vertical integration capabilities

Position Summary

The Global HR Director is a strategic leader responsible for developing and implementing human resource initiatives that align goals and drive business success. Reporting direct to the President, this role involves overseeing all aspects of HR management, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and compliance. The HR Director fosters a positive organizational culture, utilizing data-driven insights to enhance employee engagement and performance. By collaborating with executive leadership, the HR Director ensures the organization attracts and retains top talent, adapts to industry changes, and operates within legal and regulatory frameworks. This position requires exemplary leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing HR team. This position requires excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the ability to perform duties effectively.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Strategic Human Resource Planning:
  • Spearhead the development and global implementation of HR strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring they resonate across all regions.
  • Guide workforce planning initiatives globally to anticipate organizational needs, supporting executive leadership in succession and growth planning.
  • Partner with executive leadership to establish global HR policies that foster a cohesive organizational culture and positive work environment.
• Employee Relations and Engagement:
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to global leadership on complex employee relations issues, ensuring a cohesive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Design and evaluate global employee engagement initiatives, directing regional teams to implement strategies that drive job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Establish protocols for the resolution of employee grievances and disputes, empowering regional managers to address issues effectively.
• Compensation and Benefits Oversight:
  • Direct the design of competitive global compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are equitable and attractive across different regions.
  • Lead market analysis efforts to maintain competitive global salary structures, advising on regional differentiation where necessary.
• Compliance and Policy Development:
  • Ensure global HR policies are compliant with international labor laws and align with organizational ethics and standards.
  • Overhaul and standardize organizational policies and employee handbooks to stay current with global legislative changes.
  • Lead compliance audits at a global level, directing regional teams in implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• HR Data and Analytics:
  • Drive the use of HR analytics globally, employing data-driven insights to inform strategic HR decisions and measure initiative effectiveness.
  • Develop a global HR data framework that ensures accuracy and accessibility, enabling strategic decision-making at all organizational levels.
  • Provide leadership with actionable insights on global workforce planning and key HR metrics.
• Organizational Development and Change Management:
  • Lead the creation of global organizational development strategies that promote innovation and adaptability across all regions.
  • Drive global change management initiatives, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder engagement across the organization.
  • Evaluate global organizational changes, leading efforts to optimize processes and strengthen company culture.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  • Oversee the global HR budget, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic priorities and efficient resource utilization.
  • Direct resource allocation across HR operations globally, optimizing the use of staff and technology to enhance service delivery.
  • Monitor and ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of global HR projects, maximizing the return on investment.
• Leadership and Mentoring:
  • Inspire a global HR team, cultivating a high-performance culture that supports collaboration and growth.
  • Champion mentorship and professional development initiatives for HR staff, promoting career growth and retention.
  • Closely liaise with leadership team, driving strategic discussions and shaping the direction of the organization while implementing standardized initiatives and sharing standard processes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Psychology; preferred Master’s degree in a similar field.
• Relevant 8 years of leadership experience commensurate with the level of the position; 5 years minimum in a publicly traded company in a similar role
• Strategic Mindset with the ability to align HR Strategies with overall business goals and objectives and understand how HR initiatives drive organizational success
• Strong Communication, Interpersonal & Influencing Skills
• Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Senior-level experience setting the functional strategy and direction of an organization across a global enterprise
• A demonstrable experience in leading a large global organization, preferably in a matrix organization
• Cultural transformation and change management experience
• Incentive compensation and total rewards experience
• M&A integration experience
• Global business transformation and change management experience
• Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays, to meet critical business needs, project deadlines, or respond to operational or emergency situations.