The client seeks a Director of People & Culture, a strategic leader responsible for shaping and advancing people strategy, organizational culture, and employee experience. Reporting as a trusted advisor to the executive team, the director will oversee the full employee lifecycle and help build a workplace culture aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to serving diverse communities.
The director will partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, succession planning, and talent development, and will assess organizational needs to recommend strategies that improve engagement, performance, and effectiveness. Responsibilities also include leading change management during periods of growth and transition, overseeing recruitment through offboarding, and developing approaches to attract, engage, and retain mission-aligned, high-performing employees.
In addition, the role will champion a people-centered culture through learning and leadership development initiatives, including coaching, mentorship, management development, and employee engagement activities, while creating consistent channels for staff feedback. The director will provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and sensitive personnel matters, promote fair and legally compliant employment practices, and serve as a subject matter expert on employment law compliance by maintaining and regularly reviewing HR policies, procedures, and practices.