Human Capital Director

Joss Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous paid time off

Wellness and employee assistance

Job summary

Joss Search is seeking a Director, Human Capital to join its leadership team. This strategic HR role partners with executives to advance people initiatives that drive business growth and employee experience.

The Director will guide employee relations, performance management, talent development, and HR operations, shaping policies and programs that support growth while maintaining a positive, inclusive culture. Hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience advising leaders and navigating sensitive employee matters.
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience across employee relations, performance management, talent development, and HR business partnering.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to guide employee and organizational matters.
• Support employee relations initiatives and resolve workplace concerns.
• Advise managers on performance management and talent development.
• Lead performance reviews, promotions, and succession planning.
• Develop and enhance HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Drive workforce planning and organizational development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations.
• Drive employee engagement and talent management programs.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic HR projects.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

HR business partnering

Stakeholder influence

People analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client is a highly respected and growing organization seeking a Director, Human Capital to join its leadership team. This is a strategic HR opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about supporting employees, partnering with leaders, and driving people initiatives that contribute to business success.

THE ROLE

The Director, Human Capital will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and oversee a broad range of human resources initiatives across employee relations, performance management, talent development, organizational planning, and HR operations. This individual will play a critical role in fostering a positive employee experience while supporting the organization's growth and long-term objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with business leaders to provide guidance on employee and organizational matters
• Support employee relations initiatives and help resolve workplace concerns
• Advise managers on performance management, employee development, and talent planning
• Lead performance review, promotion, and succession planning processes
• Develop and enhance HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Support workforce planning and organizational development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Drive employee engagement and talent management programs
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic HR projects and business initiatives
• Analyze workforce trends and recommend process improvements
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture
• Manage multiple HR priorities while providing exceptional support to stakeholders

THE CANDIDATE

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Strong background in employee relations, performance management, talent development, and HR business partnering
• Experience advising leaders and navigating sensitive employee matters
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of an organization
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Experience within professional services, financial services, corporate, or other high-performance environments is a plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary of $175,000-$200,000
• Competitive annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off package
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Hybrid work environment

Joss Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, passionately supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building an inclusive culture, respecting our individual differences and bringing our community together