Senior Manager/Director, Human Resources

Senior Manager/Director, Human Resources

A top-ranked, woman-owned government relations and strategic communications firm advising Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, government entities, and nonprofits is seeking a Senior Manager/Director of Human Resources to help lead HR strategy and operations. This newly created role reports to the Chief People Officer and serves as a key partner in strengthening culture, optimizing people programs, and scaling HR infrastructure in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the #2 to the CPO, driving execution of HR operations, programs, and employee experience initiatives.
• Lead full-cycle HR processes including performance management, promotions, compensation cycles, engagement surveys, exits, and manager recognition programs.
• Administer benefits programs and ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Design and manage HR dashboards and reporting; analyze workforce data to inform strategy and leadership decisions.
• Oversee learning and development initiatives and help scale training programs.
• Administer employee surveys and translate results into actionable plans.
• Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, presentations, and communications.
• Support recruiting efforts as needed.
• Identify process improvements that increase efficiency and scalability.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, accountability, and high performance.
• Lead or support special projects as assigned.

What you'll need to succeed (requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Demonstrated experience in benefits administration, HR compliance, and HR analytics.
• Hands-on experience with Paylocity strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency building HR dashboards and reports.
• Experience administering employee engagement surveys and interpreting results.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, practices, and standards.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills for executive audiences.
• Highly organized with strong judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion.
• Experience working for a professional services, PR, or government relations firm a plus.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

Compensation

$120,000–$150,000, depending on experience, plus bonus.

Benefits

Unlimited vacation, generous health and retirement benefits, and meaningful opportunities for advancement.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.