HR Director

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead the people strategy for a global organization based in White Plains, New York. This role will work closely with executive leadership to shape workforce plans, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and build programs that support employees across multiple regions. The ideal candidate brings strong operational knowledge, sound judgment in complex employee matters, and the ability to align HR initiatives with long-term business priorities.

Responsibilities:
• Create and drive a company-wide human resources strategy that supports business objectives across domestic and international operations.
• Advise senior leaders on organizational planning, leadership pipeline development, change initiatives, and team structure decisions.
• Direct key HR functions such as employee relations, recruiting, total rewards, performance programs, learning initiatives, and day-to-day HR operations.
• Maintain compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements in the United States and applicable international markets.
• Establish and refine HR policies and programs that balance global consistency with local legal and market needs.
• Partner with business stakeholders to improve engagement, strengthen retention, and advance leadership and organizational development efforts.
• Lead, coach, and develop regional HR team members while promoting a responsive, high-performing service culture.
• Provide expert guidance on sensitive employee issues, workplace investigations, and risk reduction strategies.
• Oversee international mobility matters, including immigration support, expatriate coordination, and cross-border employment considerations.
• Use workforce data, HR analytics, and process reviews to improve decision-making, enhance HR systems, and support business growth, including integration activity tied to mergers or acquisitions.• Proven experience leading human resources strategy at a senior level, ideally within a multi-location or international organization.
• Strong background in employee relations, HR administration, compensation and benefits, and compliance management.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design.
• Knowledge of U.S. employment law and familiarity with HR requirements in international jurisdictions.
• Experience managing and developing HR teams across multiple regions or business units.
• Skilled in handling complex workplace investigations, policy interpretation, and employment risk matters.
• Ability to interpret HR metrics and analytics to guide strategic and operational decisions.