SVP Chief Human Resources and Talent Officer

Job Description

Job Description

SVP, Chief Human Resources & Talent Officer

Location: Swansea, MA (Hybrid Eligible)

Join Our Team and Lead Organizational Excellence

Are you a strategic and visionary HR leader passionate about shaping culture, developing talent, and driving organizational success? At BayCoast Bank, we’re looking for a SVP, Chief Human Resources & Talent Officer who will bring leadership, innovation, and a people-first mindset to our organization.

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind our human capital strategy—partnering with executive leadership to build a high-performing culture, attract and retain top talent, and support the Bank’s long-term success. If you thrive in a collaborative, impactful environment and are ready to lead at an enterprise level, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll DoLead & Inspire:

• Develop and execute enterprise-wide HR strategy aligned with business goals
• Provide leadership to the HR and Training teams
• Partner with executive leadership and the Board on talent and organizational initiatives

Deliver Outstanding Employee Experience:

• Oversee talent management, succession planning, and performance management programs
• Ensure a positive, engaged, and high-performing workplace culture
• Support leaders with employee relations and organizational effectiveness

Drive Results & Growth:

• Lead recruitment and retention strategies to meet workforce needs
• Develop compensation, incentive, and benefits programs
• Align HR initiatives with business and growth objectives

Ensure Operational Excellence:

• Maintain compliance with HR policies, laws, and regulations
• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HR operations
• Manage HR budgets and reporting to executive leadership and Board

Be a Team Player:

• Collaborate across departments and subsidiaries to drive success
• Support leadership development and training initiatives
• Promote a culture aligned with BayCoast’s mission and core values

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA/HR) preferred
• Extensive HR leadership experience with strategic impact
• Strong knowledge of talent management, compensation, and HR compliance
• Excellent communication and executive presence
• Proven ability to lead teams and influence organizational outcomes
• Analytical, strategic, and problem-solving mindset

Why Join BayCoast Bank

We believe in making a difference for our customers, community, and employees. Our core values:

• Take pride in what you do
• Believe your work matters
• Care about people
• Maintain a positive attitude

Employee Benefits

• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Defined Benefit Plan
• 401(k) with company safe harbor
• Paid time off & holidays
• Professional development & career advancement opportunities
• Employee banking perks
• Tuition and loan support

Work Environment & Requirements

• Hybrid work flexibility available
• May require evenings, travel, and attendance at meetings/events
• Ability to perform standard office functions and lift up to 20 lbs