Vice President, Human Resources (Strategic HR Leader)
A high-growth, global professional services organization is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources to join its leadership team.
This organization partners with a diverse group of businesses across multiple sectors, delivering centralized expertise across HR, finance, legal, and operations. The environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and built for high performers who want visibility, impact, and continuous growth.
Why This Role Stands Out
This is a highly visible, hybrid leadership role that blends:
- Strategic HR advisory to multiple operating businesses
- Internal HR leadership and influence at the enterprise level
You’ll operate as both a trusted advisor to senior leaders and a hands-on builder, helping shape people strategy while driving execution across a complex, multi-entity environment.
What You’ll Do
Strategic HR Partnership (External-Facing)
- Partner directly with senior HR and business leaders across a portfolio of operating companies
- Deliver tailored HR solutions across talent acquisition, total rewards, talent management, and organizational design
- Act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, org structure, and leadership effectiveness
- Identify gaps in talent strategy and build scalable solutions to address them
- Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders, including CHRO-level partners
Enterprise HR Leadership (Internal-Facing)
- Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and functional teams
- Help shape and execute the broader HR strategy across the organization
- Drive alignment between internal HR initiatives and the needs of partner organizations
- Lead or contribute to high-impact initiatives (e.g., M&A integration, org redesign, change management)
- Champion culture, engagement, and leadership development efforts
Organizational Effectiveness & Talent Strategy
- Coach leaders on performance management, employee relations, and team development
- Use data and insights to proactively drive HR programs and decisions
- Support workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design
- Ensure compliance and partner with legal on risk mitigation when needed
- Drive initiatives that enhance engagement, retention, and performance
What You Bring
- 12+ years of progressive HR experience (HRBP or generalist background)
- Experience operating at a strategic level with senior leadership
- Proven ability to balance strategy + execution in complex environments
- Strong background across core HR functions (talent, comp, ER, L&D, etc.)
- Experience leading teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong change management and organizational design experience
- Excellent communication skills with executive presence
Nice to Have:
- Experience in consulting, advisory, or multi-entity environments
- Exposure to M&A, integration, or transformation work
- Advanced degree in HR or related field
Work Environment & Benefits
- Hybrid schedule (3 days in office)
- Strong work-life balance initiatives (including flexible work options)
- Competitive compensation + bonus + long-term incentives
- Robust health, wellness, and development offerings