Director of Human Resources

1 Month ago • 8-10 Years • $150,000 PA - $200,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As the head of the Human Resources function, the Director of HR will be responsible for leading and developing strategic HR initiatives that align with the overall business goals and company culture. This role oversees all aspects of the HR function, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, learning & development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and organizational development across a global workforce. The Director of HR serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and plays a key role in shaping the employee experience and driving a high-performance culture. The Director of HR will provide leadership, high energy, and visible ownership of the global HR function, act as a strategic partner to the executive team, develop and implement global HR strategies, oversee talent management, employee engagement & relations, performance management, compensation & benefits, and ensure HR policies and procedures are up to date and compliant with all applicable labor laws and regulations. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on, can-do, solution-oriented approach.

Must have:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience globally
Proven experience leading HR in a dynamic environment
Strong knowledge of labor laws and compliance regulations
Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills

Good to have:

Master’s or MBA preferred
Professional HR certification
Prior experience with technology organizations

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communication

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workforce-planning

succession-planning

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team-management

Job Details

Company Overview:

About SS8 Networks: As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally.

Job Title: Director of Human Resources

Location: SS8 Headquarters - Milpitas, CA

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

Provide leadership, high energy, and visible ownership of the global HR function across the entire company
Act as a strategic partner to the executive team on workforce planning, change management, and organizational development.
Develop and implement global HR strategies that support organizational objectives and foster a strong company culture.

Talent Management

Oversee full-cycle recruitment processes to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
Lead succession planning and career development programs to support the leadership pipeline.

Employee Engagement & Relations

Cultivate a positive and inclusive workplace culture through engagement initiatives and strong internal communications.
Address employee relations issues proactively and ensure effective resolution in compliance with company policies and labor laws.
Oversee training programs that enhance employee skills, promote leadership development, and support continuous learning.

Performance Management

Drive the performance review process and support leaders in setting clear goals, providing feedback, and managing performance effectively.
Ensure clarity of roles & responsibilities and facilitate the use of the performance management system. Devise clear career tracks for employees

Compensation & Benefits

Manage the design and administration of compensation structures and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and equity.

Policy & Compliance

Ensure HR policies and procedures are up to date and compliant with all applicable labor laws and regulations.
Lead audits and risk mitigation strategies as needed.

HR Operations & Systems

Optimize HR systems and processes for efficiency and scalability.
Leverage HR analytics to inform decisions and measure HR effectiveness.

Other HR Process & related areas

Oversee the global payroll program
Identify and advise on opportunities, risks, and trends related to people’s aspects of mergers & acquisitions (M&A) while developing action plans to address.

Education and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a plus
Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience on a global basis, including at least 4-5 years at the Senior Manager or Director level
Proven experience leading HR in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR best practices, and compliance regulations
Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Strategic thinker with a hands-on, can-do, solution-oriented approach
Prior experience with technology organizations is preferred
Global travel will be required

Annual Base Pay Range (USD): $150,000-$200,000

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The expected annual pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

SS8 Networks Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected basis.