Human Resources Director

Ascendo Resources; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing staffing firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an HR Director to lead and build the people function during a period of expansion. The role involves strategic partnership with executive leadership, overseeing recruiting and performance management processes, and developing employee engagement programs. Ideal candidates should possess at least 8 years of HR experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and a strong understanding of HR practices. Diversity and inclusion are emphasized within the organization's culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of HR experience with leadership responsibility.
• Experience supporting a growing organization and building HR processes.
• Strong knowledge of recruiting, employee relations, and performance management.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and HR analytics.
• Ability to influence leadership and operate in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, driving people initiatives.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting efforts and build scalable hiring processes.
• Lead workforce planning, organizational structure improvements, and succession planning.
• Manage performance management processes including reviews and goal setting.
• Provide leadership on employee relations and coaching managers.
• Guide compensation planning and partner with finance on salary structures.

Skills

Strategic partnership with leadership

Employee relations

Performance management

Recruiting

Coaching managers

Influencing leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline

Professional certification (SHRM, PHR, SPHR)

Tools

HRIS platforms

HR analytics

Job description

We’re partnering with a growing, dynamic organization seeking an HR Director to build and lead the people function during an exciting period of expansion. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, shape company culture, and implement scalable HR programs that support long-term growth. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on, with the ability to drive initiatives while remaining deeply connected to employees and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, driving people initiatives that support growth and operational performance
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting efforts and build scalable hiring processes across departments
• Lead workforce planning, organizational structure improvements, and succession planning
• Develop and enhance onboarding, engagement, and retention programs
• Manage performance management processes, including reviews, goal setting, and employee development
• Provide leadership on employee relations, coaching managers and resolving workplace matters
• Guide compensation planning and partner with finance on salary structures and merit increases
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices remain compliant and consistent across the organization
• Oversee HR systems, reporting, and overall people operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline
• 8+ years of HR experience with leadership responsibility
• Experience supporting a growing organization and building HR processes
• Strong knowledge of recruiting, employee relations, and performance management
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and HR analytics
• Ability to influence leadership and operate in a hands‑on environment
• Professional certification (SHRM, PHR, SPHR) is a plus

DIVERSTIY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.