Human Resources Director

Harmer has partnered with a growing, global technology and manufacturing organization seeking a strategic, business-focused Human Resources Director to lead its HR function during a period of significant growth and expansion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR leader who enjoys building HR infrastructure, partnering with executive leadership, and driving initiatives that support organizational growth.

The ideal candidate brings experience from a publicly traded company or large, sophisticated private organization
, with a strong background in compensation strategy, workforce planning, organizational development, and executive-level HR leadership.

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Partner directly with the CFO and executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, and talent strategy.
• Lead compensation strategy, including salary benchmarking, compensation analysis, and program development.
• Support Compensation Committee activities and Board-level compensation discussions.
• Develop scalable HR processes, policies, and programs to support business expansion.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management.
• Leverage HRIS technology to improve reporting, workforce analytics, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee benefits administration and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Foster employee engagement, retention, and a positive organizational culture.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Experience with in a publicly traded company or large, complex private organization.
• Strong expertise in compensation strategy, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success building and implementing scalable HR programs in a growing organization.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR operations, and talent management.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Experience in technology, manufacturing, or high-growth environments is a plus.

• Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the CFO.
• Opportunity to shape and build the HR function during significant organizational growth.
• Direct partnership with executive leadership on strategic business initiatives.
• Broad responsibility across compensation, talent strategy, workforce planning, and HR operations.