Vice President of Human Resources

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is partnering with a Milwaukee area client in the recruiting for a strategic and forward-thinking Vice President of Human Resources to lead the development and execution of enterprise HR strategies that support business growth, workforce transformation, and organizational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading strategic HR initiatives, including talent acquisition program redesign, workforce planning, leadership development, HR technology optimization, and change management.

This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits package, bonus eligibility, company equity opportunity and hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the organization’s business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on talent strategy, organizational design, succession planning, and culture.
• Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of AI-enabled HR tools and solutions across functions such as talent acquisition, workforce analytics, employee engagement, learning and development, and HR operations.
• Oversee and transform the talent acquisition function, including redesigning recruiting programs, processes, workflows, employer branding, candidate experience, and selection strategies to improve hiring outcomes.
• Partner with business leaders to design and implement strategic workforce planning initiatives that address current and future talent needs.
• Lead HR technology strategy, including HRIS optimization, data governance, reporting, and analytics capabilities.
• Oversee performance management, employee engagement, leadership development, and retention strategies.
• Ensure HR policies, programs, and practices are compliant with applicable employment laws and reflect best practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing HR team capable of supporting a dynamic and evolving organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior or executive-level HR roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives within HR.
• Strong experience with AI applications in HR functions, including talent acquisition, analytics, automation, employee experience, or workforce planning.
• Proven success in talent acquisition program redesign and recruitment transformation initiatives.
• Experience leading HR technology implementations and process improvement efforts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.
• Knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience in a complex, fast-paced, or high-growth environment.