Director of people and culture

We have partnered with a prestigious, mission-driven global organization that connects cultures, shapes policy, and fosters education worldwide. As our client enters a transformative phase of organizational growth, we are actively recruiting a temporary Executive Director, People & Culture for an interim engagement starting in the immediate future. Based out of their New York headquarters, this executive will act as a critical strategic partner to leadership during this pivotal period, driving a world-class global talent strategy and supporting a deeply dedicated international workforce. If you are interested in learning more, apply today!


salary: $70 - $80 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and scale comprehensive organization-wide People & Culture strategies that align with long-term institutional goals
• Act as a culture champion, spearheading initiatives that elevate employee engagement, wellness, morale, and global connectivity
• Lead and mentor the domestic and international People & Culture team, providing clear guidance, professional development, and collaborative leadership
• Partner with senior executives and center directors worldwide to provide high-level counsel, leadership coaching, and organizational design solutions
• Drive the digital transformation of the HR function by evaluating, implementing, and optimizing modern HRIS, CRM, and automated talent management tools (e.g., Salesforce, modern payroll, and applicant tracking platforms)
• Develop and manage a fit-for-purpose People Operations budget, optimizing resources, anticipating workforce metrics (turnover, vacancy, utilization), and forecasting future headcount needs
• Establish clear, data-driven People dashboards and HR metrics to provide regular insights and trends to senior management
• Infuse Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) values deeply into the organization's recruitment, performance management, compensation, and everyday culture
• Design and execute world-class global learning and development programs to cultivate the next generation of leadership within the organization

Skills

• Operations
• Human Resources

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 8 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.