HR Director

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We are seeking a Director of Human Resources for a strategic role designed to align business objectives with employees and leaders across the organization. This position will focus on enterprise human resources initiatives that shape and enhance the organization's workforce strategy, providing a solid foundation for eventual direct support of the business. The Director will collaborate across the HR function to deliver value-added services that reflect organizational goals while maintaining a strong focus on project execution, business acumen, and operational excellence across locations in the US and Canada. This is an onsite position located at our corporate offices in Virginia Beach, VA. Relocation is offered.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, documentation through creation of job aids and SOPs, and implementation of scalable HR processes and workflows to support organizational growth and operational efficiency.
• Design and execute change management communication strategies to ensure clear messaging and stakeholder alignment
• Manage cross-functional workforce initiatives, such as workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning in partnership with stakeholders and partners.
• Analyze project outcomes and provide actionable insights to refine strategies and improve operational effectiveness.
• Develop and deliver high-quality presentations and reports, including data-driven insights, visuals, and strategic recommendations, tailored to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive people strategies that enable enterprise to achieve short- and long-term objectives.
• Lead change initiatives, including workforce development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Provide performance management guidance to business leaders through coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions when necessary.

 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least seven years of HR experience, with a focus on HR project management, M&A support, process development, or business consulting.
• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Ability to travel across the United States and Canada as needed (up to 30-50% travel).
• Ability to support a distributed workforce across multiple locations.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including leadership development, organizational design, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and build relationships within HR and the broader business.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Proven experience managing HR projects or initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Perks & Benefits:

• This is a full time role with Benefits and Vacation package.

To learn more about this opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Application deadline: May 30, 2025