HR Consultant (Independent Contractor - 1099)

About the Opportunity

Gotcha Covered HR Powered by Delta ("GCHR/DAS") is a locally owned Human Resources consulting firm serving a growing and diverse client base. Through the partnership of Delta Administrative Services and Gotcha Covered HR, we provide strategic HR solutions that help organizations strengthen leadership, optimize performance, and build thriving workplace cultures.

We are seeking an experienced HR Consultant who combines strong business acumen with proven consulting expertise. This independent contractor opportunity is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who values flexibility, enjoys working directly with business leaders, and wants to grow alongside a collaborative and entrepreneurial consulting practice.

Position Summary

The HR Consultant delivers strategic and operational Human Resources consulting services to clients across a variety of industries. This role partners with business leaders to address workforce challenges, develop organizational capability, and implement people-focused solutions that support business objectives.

Consultants may serve as the primary HR resource for clients, including providing fully outsourced HR support, or lead and support project-based engagements focused on talent, leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Client Consulting & Delivery

• Deliver HR consulting services in accordance with client engagement agreements, consistently exceeding client expectations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners, executives, and leadership teams.
• Provide outsourced HR support for clients requiring comprehensive HR management services.
• Assess HR programs, policies, practices, and processes and recommend improvements aligned with business goals.
• Design and implement talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning strategies.
• Develop leadership capabilities through coaching, training, and succession planning initiatives.
• Create and implement employee engagement, retention, and culture-building solutions.
• Design performance development and feedback processes that improve organizational effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR operations through process improvements, technology solutions, and strategic workforce planning.

Business Development & Practice Growth

• Participate in client prospect meetings and business development activities.
• Contribute to the development of proposals, statements of work, and consulting engagements.
• Build and maintain professional networks that generate new business opportunities.
• Represent GCHR/DAS through community involvement, speaking engagements, networking events, and social media presence.
• Support the growth of both personal consulting opportunities and the broader GCHR/DAS practice.

Professional Excellence

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client and company information.
• Stay current on HR trends, employment practices, and regulatory developments.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and industry education.
• Contribute to client events, workshops, and other business development initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Competencies

• Executive presence and the ability to build credibility with senior leaders and business owners.
• Strong consulting, facilitation, and relationship-management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and follow-through.
• Ability to quickly understand client business models, challenges, and organizational dynamics.
• Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to accurately track and report billable time and project activities.

HR Expertise

Workforce Strategy & Talent Management

Experience in:

• Workforce planning and organizational design
• Talent acquisition and retention strategies
• Employee engagement and culture initiatives
• Leadership development and succession planning
• Performance management and talent development
• Total rewards and employee experience programs
• Organizational restructuring, growth, and change initiatives

Organizational Effectiveness

Knowledge of:

• HR operating models, including centralized, decentralized, business partner, and shared-service structures
• HR process improvement and operational efficiency
• HR technology solutions and system implementation
• HR metrics, dashboards, and workforce analytics
• Strategic alignment of HR initiatives with business objectives

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including strategic HR leadership and consulting responsibilities.
• Previous consulting experience strongly preferred.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent preferred.
• Advanced degrees or specialized expertise in employment law, organizational development, leadership development, or related disciplines are a plus.

Work Environment & Travel

This is an independent contractor (1099) position. Work is performed remotely, at client locations, and occasionally at other business venues as needed.

Work schedules generally align with client business hours, though occasional evening or weekend commitments may be required. Regular travel within the Greater New Orleans area is expected.