Director of Human Resources atlanta

Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading the strategic and operational functions of Human Resources department. This includes oversight of compensation, benefits, payroll, employment practices, compliance, talent branding, and company culture.

Requirements

• Set the long-term HR vision by developing people strategies that align with business objectives, M&A activity, and future growth needs.
• Lead with data-driven insights to identify risks, recommend solutions, and equip leaders with actionable direction.
• Support successful post-acquisition employee integration through HR best practices that ensure compliance and cultural alignment.
• Foster inclusion and strong team culture by coaching leaders and empowering teams through constructive feedback and meaningful recognition.
• Translate organizational goals into actionable HR operating plans with measurable progress toward key objectives.
• Strengthen leadership capability by integrating workforce planning, professional development, and succession planning to cultivate high-performing, future-ready teams.
• Champion BELAYs culture through connection initiatives and consistent reinforcement of organizational values.
• Build trusted, cross-departmental partnerships that enhance collaboration and alignment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information, legal escalations, and complex people matters.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll operations to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and competitiveness.
• Guide performance management processes through semi-annual cycles and continuous feedback systems.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex employee relations issues, including terminations, EAG reviews, severance negotiations, and legal risk assessments in partnership with leadership and external counsel.
• Maintain legal and regulatory compliance through proactive risk management and collaboration with legal advisors.
• Lead HR integration during acquisitions by aligning structures, harmonizing policies, and ensuring a consistent employee experience.
• Partner with the CFO and HR Generalist to oversee 401(k) administration and ensure compliance.
• Promote equitable recruitment and unbiased hiring practices.
• Manage employee engagement surveys and drive actionable improvement plans.
• Leverage HR metrics and insights to drive strategic decisions and continuously enhance operations through streamlined processes and smart prioritization.