Head of Recruiting & HR

Balt is a rapidly growing pioneer in an exceptional field. For 45 years, Balt has been leading the way - collaborating with physicians and institutions to develop elegant medical devices. We introduced one of the first neurovascular intervention devices in 1977 and now offer the world's broadest portfolio of medical devices for stroke. As the premier global neurovascular platform always seeking to expand beyond boundaries, we are now bringing our innovation to the peripheral vascular space.

Recognition of work, respect, and our multicultural community are key aspects of the employee experience and contribute to our continued success.

About this opportunity - Director, Human Resources
The Director, Human Resources leads the US HR function for Balt, reporting to the Vice President, Global Human Resources. This role owns HR strategy and delivery for the US organization, leads a team of HR generalists, and serves as the senior HR partner to US business leaders across corporate, commercial, and manufacturing operations. Own the US HR agenda, including workforce planning, organizational design, talent, employee relations, and HR operations for the US employee population.

Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of HR generalists, building a function that business leaders trust and rely on.

Serve as the senior HR advisor to US site and functional leadership, including manufacturing and commercial organizations.

Translate global HR programs into effective US execution, including continuous performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning.

Own US talent acquisition outcomes for professional and leadership roles, partnering with hiring managers on selection quality and candidate experience.

Own complex employee relations matters, investigations, and performance cases through to resolution, with sound documentation and risk judgment.

Administer US compensation processes within the global framework, including merit, bonus, promotion, and off‑cycle review cycles.

Lead US action planning from employee engagement survey results, in partnership with site leadership.

Oversee US benefits programs end to end, including plan renewals, open enrollment, 401(k) administration and required filings, and COBRA compliance, in partnership with brokers and vendors.

Oversee US payroll, which sits within the HR function, ensuring accurate and compliant processing, sound controls, and effective coordination with Finance on reporting and reconciliation.

Own US HR operations, including HRIS data integrity, employee records, onboarding and offboarding processes, and training compliance documentation.

Own US HR policies and the employee handbook, keeping them current with federal, state, and local requirements.

10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years leading an HR team with full functional ownership.

Demonstrated success operating as the senior HR leader for a site, region, or country, advising executives and owning outcomes.

Bachelor's degree required; Team leadership and coaching skills that build capability and accountability.

Strong employee relations judgment, including investigations and complex case management.

Proficiency in HRIS platforms and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience in medical device, life sciences, or another regulated manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Experience supporting both professional and hourly manufacturing populations.

Experience in a private equity‑backed or high‑growth environment is an advantage.

Heavy computer use.

Working conditions are normal for an office environment, with periodic presence in manufacturing and production areas.