Director, Human Resources

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do - we call it Relentless Excellence . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Impact You'll Make

As a Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to business leaders, directly impacting organizational growth and talent retention. This role connects business priorities with people strategy by influencing decision-making, leading change, and advancing Stout's culture of Relentless Excellence. The Director partners across the HR function to ensure strategic alignment and seamless delivery of solutions in talent management, total rewards, L&D, colleague experience, and workforce planning.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, developing and executing integrated people strategies that enable growth, performance, and retention of top talent.

• Organizational Effectiveness: Partner with leadership to design and optimize structures, roles, and talent to meet evolving business needs and future growth goals.

• Leadership Coaching and Development: Strengthen leadership capability through direct coaching and feedback.

• Talent Planning and Succession: Drive annual talent review and succession planning processes to identify, develop, and retain talent across the business.

• Performance Enablement: Lead a culture of accountability and excellence by enabling leaders to effectively manage performance, provide feedback, and recognize results.

• Change Leadership: Guide leaders and teams through organizational change, ensuring strong communication, alignment, and engagement throughout transitions.

• Data-Informed Decision Making: Use workforce data, engagement insights, and retention analytics to identify trends, diagnose root causes, and develop proactive strategies.

• Collaboration and Integration: Work cross-functionally with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and Colleague Experience to deliver cohesive HR solutions.

• Culture and Engagement: Partner with leaders to advance firm culture, enhance colleague connection, and strengthen engagement across teams and geographies.

• HR Leadership: Provide direction, mentorship, and thought leadership within the HR team, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and strategic alignment.

What You'll Bring

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including time as a strategic business partner or HR leader supporting senior executives.

• Proven success in developing and executing HR strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.

• Strong business acumen and ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable people strategies.

• Exceptional communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.

• Expertise in organizational design, talent management, and leadership development.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required; Master's degree or professional certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.

• Strategic, forward-thinking, and business-minded approach.

• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.

• Agility and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments.

• Collaborative leadership, building trust and alignment.

• Commitment to excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

How You'll Thrive

• Make a meaningful impact by aligning people strategies with business objectives and driving organizational growth.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative HR solutions that enhance colleague experience and engagement.

• Advance Stout's culture of Relentless Excellence, fostering inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $160,000 - $180,000 annually.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of options, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and access to other wellness-focused benefits. Depending on employment category, Stout offers Personal Time Off per calendar year based on standard work hours and years of service or Discretionary Time Off. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year. Information about benefits can be found here -

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with no set closing date. Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Stout encourages qualified candidates to apply promptly to any role(s) that interest them to ensure full consideration.

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, inclusion, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.