Head of Recruiting & HR

Shape the People Strategy of a Growing Industry LeaderOur client is an award-winning real estate investment manager focused on the travel and hospitality sector, with more than $5 billion in assets under management and a collaborative team of approximately 60 professionals.As the organization continues to grow, they are seeking a Human Resources Manager who is excited about making a meaningful impact across the employee lifecycle while helping build and strengthen the firm's people practices.This is a unique opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys both strategy and execution. As the organization's primary internal HR leader, you'll have a seat at the table with senior leadership, influence key people initiatives, and help create an exceptional employee experience from recruitment and onboarding through talent development, engagement, and retention.If you're looking for a role where your ideas will be heard, your work will be visible, and you can truly help shape company culture, this opportunity offers the chance to do exactly that.What You'll Do:Oversee Payroll, Benefits, and HRISYou'll play a critical role in ensuring employees receive an exceptional experience through accurate payroll administration, competitive benefits programs, and reliable HR data.Managing bi-weekly payroll and employee status changesPartnering with Finance and Accounting on payroll reconciliation and reportingAdministering employee benefits programs, open enrollment, and vendor relationshipsLeveraging HR systems and reporting tools to provide meaningful workforce insightsBe a Trusted Partner to Employees and LeadersYou'll serve as the go-to HR representative across the organization, providing guidance, support, and practical solutions that help employees thrive and leaders succeed.Advising employees and managers on HR policies, workplace concerns, and employee relations mattersEnsuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while maintaining practical, people-first HR practicesManaging employee relations issues, investigations, accommodations, leaves of absence, and workers' compensation matters with professionalism and discretionMaintaining accurate HR records and supporting compliance, audit, and reporting requirementsDrive Performance, Development, and Employee GrowthYou'll help create a culture of accountability, continuous feedback, and professional development.Managing performance review programs and goal-setting processesCoaching leaders on employee development, career pathing, and performance conversationsSupporting succession planning and talent development initiativesProviding workforce planning insights to support business growthHelp Build an Exceptional CultureThis role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on employee engagement and workplace culture.Champion a culture of trust, collaboration, accountability, and inclusionPartner with leadership on employee engagement initiatives and workplace programsSupport culture-building activities that reinforce organizational values and strengthen employee connectionContribute to Strategic HR InitiativesBeyond day-to-day HR responsibilities, you'll help shape the future of the organization by:Serving as a trusted advisor on people-related mattersIdentifying opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experiencesSupporting organizational growth and change initiativesHelping leadership make informed decisions through people data and workforce insightsLead Talent Acquisition and OnboardingYou'll help attract and retain exceptional talent while creating a welcoming and engaging onboarding experience.Managing recruitment efforts from job posting through onboardingPartnering with hiring managers to improve hiring processes and ensure consistent, inclusive hiring practicesSupporting workforce planning and talent acquisition strategiesDesigning onboarding experiences that help new employees quickly integrate into the culture and contribute effectivelyWhat We're Looking For:We're seeking an experienced HR professional who combines strong technical HR expertise with outstanding relationship-building skills.Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldPHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification preferredFive or more years of progressive HR experience across multiple functional areasStrong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practicesExperience supporting payroll, benefits, employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and performance managementProficiency with HRIS platforms; ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferredExceptional communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skillsAbility to operate independently while partnering effectively with senior leadersExperience working in dynamic, fast-paced, growth-oriented environmentsWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:Serve as the primary HR leader for a highly respected organizationPartner directly with executive leadership and influence business decisionsEnjoy broad exposure across all areas of Human ResourcesJoin a growing company with a strong culture and collaborative teamOpportunity to build programs, improve processes, and leave a lasting impactCompetitive compensation packageHealth, Dental, Vision, and supplemental benefits401(k) with matchingPaid Time OffPaid Holidays