HR Director, Ops & Strategy- $75-$87/hr - Bethesda, MD

Beacon Hill; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 103,320 - 119,851; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Federal and state leave programs

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking an Interim Director of HR operations in Bethesda, Maryland. This temporary position offers potential for permanent conversion. You will oversee core HR functions, manage compensation programs, and handle employee relations, requiring significant HR experience.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and have strong skills in HRIS platforms and data-driven decision making. The role offers a salary of $75-87/hour with a potential permanent salary range of $180K-$250K.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience managing sensitive employee issues with sound judgment.
• Background in financial services or regulated environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core HR operations and support the full employee lifecycle.
• Manage compensation programs and advise leadership.
• Build and analyze HR reports to support business decisions.

Skills

HRIS and ATS platforms

Compensation benchmarking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client, a financial firm, is seeking an Interim Director of HR operations to join their team on a temporary basis with potential to go permanent in Bethesda, Maryland.

About The Job

• Oversee core HR operations and support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, job changes, and separations
• Manage compensation programs, including salary, bonus, and incentive structures, and advise leadership on compensation decisions
• Maintain HR systems, ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, and system optimization
• Build and analyze HR reports to support business decisions
• Administer benefits programs, including open enrollment, vendor coordination, and 401(k) compliance
• Oversee payroll processes with full accountability for accuracy and audit readiness
• Handle employee relations matters and maintain compliance with HR policies and regulations
• Supervise a small HR team while remaining hands-on across HR operations

About You

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience
• Strong experience with HRIS and ATS platforms
• Deep knowledge of compensation benchmarking and data-driven decision making
• Advanced analytical skills with experience building reports and models
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Experience managing sensitive employee issues with sound judgment and discretion
• Background in financial services, asset management, or regulated environments is a plus

About The Position

• Start Date: ASAP!
• $75-87/hr
• Perm Salary Range: $180K-$250K, if converted
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
• Hybrid: 3 days onsite

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.