HR Director (standalone role)
Location: New York (Manhattan)
Onsite full-time
Compensation: $125k – $150k
Industry: Creative industry (profiles without experience in a creative industry cannot be considered)
Reporting to UK based CHRO and working closely to the leadership team in the US – HR lead for the US
Our client is seeking a HR Director to serve as the primary HR contact for their team of 75 employees located in the US (primarily in New York and California). With a rich history and deep ties to both the US and UK, the company is at the forefront of the creative arts industry, producing provocative and boundary-pushing work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Employee Relations (ER): Manage complex ER cases with sensitivity and high emotional intelligence, advising leadership on best practices and interventions.
- HR Operations: Handle all aspects of HR, including compliance, policies, and benefits, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Culture Development: Act as a culture ambassador, fostering an environment that reflects our progressive and creative ethos.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work across transatlantic teams, navigating cultural nuances between the US and UK.
- Benefits Management: Address employee concerns around benefits, balancing budget constraints while managing expectations.
- Creative Workforce Support: Partner with teams to address unique challenges in a creative workplace, supporting cross-departmental collaboration despite differing perspectives.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience working in a creative industry.
- Global experience gained acting as the sole point of contact for HR matters in the US.
- At least 5 years of experience in a stand-alone HR role, supporting a complex workforce of 50 to 200 employees.
- Hands-on experience across all areas of HR and compliance.
- High levels of emotional intelligence, strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills, with a keen understanding of handling confidential information.
- Strong numerical, IT, and Excel skills, with familiarity with various HRIS solutions.
