HR Director

2 Weeks ago • 3 Years + • $150,000 PA - $170,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Director of HR Operations will join the executive HR leadership team and play a key role in expanding HR operations to support business expansion. The role involves leading a high-performing team and driving the development of scalable processes, data-driven decision-making, and strategic HR initiatives across payroll, HRIS, compliance, and organizational design. This role requires an innovative HR leader who can thrive in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing scalable HR processes, leading and developing a team, overseeing payroll and HRIS operations, executing change management and internal communication strategies, driving workforce initiatives, delivering strategic insights, collaborating with business leaders, providing consultation on performance management, ensuring HR compliance, supporting M&A efforts, and championing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Must have:
  • Experience in a leadership role managing HR operations
  • Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to create and scale HR processes

Job Details

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

We’re seeking a Director of HR Operations for an exciting full-time opportunity with our client, a rapidly growing enterprise that’s reimagining its people operations strategy across North America. This role is based onsite at the company’s corporate headquarters in Virginia Beach, VA, and relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

As the Director of HR Operations, you’ll join the executive HR leadership team and play a pivotal role in scaling HR operations to support business expansion. You’ll lead a high-performing team and drive the development of scalable processes, data-driven decision-making, and strategic HR initiatives across payroll, HRIS, compliance, and organizational design. This is an ideal opportunity for an innovative HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, growth-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, document, and implement scalable HR processes that support organizational growth and operational excellence.

  • Lead and develop a team of 8 direct reports across Payroll and HRIS functions.

  • Oversee payroll and HRIS operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with business needs.

  • Develop and execute change management and internal communication strategies that support enterprise-wide HR initiatives.

  • Drive cross-functional workforce initiatives, including organizational design, workforce planning, and succession management.

  • Deliver strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership through data analysis and impactful presentations.

  • Collaborate with business leaders to enhance employee relations, engagement, and organizational culture.

  • Provide consultation on performance management, including coaching and disciplinary support.

  • Ensure HR compliance across U.S. and Canadian operations and mitigate associated risks.

  • Support M&A efforts through workforce integration, cultural alignment, and change communication strategies.

  • Develop HR systems and tools that increase M&A readiness.

  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives aligned with company values and market demographics.

Requirements:

  • At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role managing HR operations, payroll, or HRIS teams.

  • Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration on major initiatives.

  • Proven ability to create and scale HR processes in dynamic, high-growth environments.

  • Track record of delivering measurable impact in a rapidly evolving organization.

  • Willingness to travel 30–50% to field locations across the U.S. and Canada.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to help shape the future of HR for a growing enterprise, we encourage you to apply today!


About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.


Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.


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