Director, Corporate HR

World Market • Alameda, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director, Corporate HR , you will serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to our home office team while overseeing a wide range of human resources responsibilities that drive organizational success. You will lead initiatives that align HR practices with business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who champions collaboration, inspires innovation, and effectively balances strategic initiatives with tactical administrative responsibilities to deliver impactful solutions to complex business challenges. You will lead the Talent Acquisition team to optimize hiring strategies, oversee the internship program, and implement best practices that support business needs. Partner with leaders to champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and accountability to create a positive and empowering work environment Lead the Talent Acquisition team to optimize hiring strategies, the internship program, and best practices that support business needs Direct, coordinate, and oversee the delivery of comprehensive HR programs, ensuring alignment with company goals Lead the annual performance management process, including appraisals, succession planning, and identification of training and development needs Ensure employment policies and practices remain legally compliant and serve as an escalation point for employee relations issues Act as a visible leader and role model within the HR team, fostering collaboration and professional growth Champion employee engagement initiatives and oversee corporate events that reinforce company culture Track and report HR metrics to inform decision-making and measure program effectiveness Lead and manage ad hoc projects that advance HR capabilities and organizational objectives Manage immigration processes (H-1B, PERM) in partnership with Legal Coordinate subpoenas and serve as liaison with Legal for compliance matters

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles, preferably in a multi-unit retail or corporate environment
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) a plus
• Deep understanding of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and influence senior leadership on complex issues
• Proven success in building strong business partnerships and driving cross-functional collaboration
• Expertise in change management and navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Broad HR experience across multiple disciplines, including organizational development, talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and executive presentation skills
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities with a record of delivering results
• Experience leveraging HR analytics and technology to inform strategy and improve processes

Responsibilities

• Lead the Talent Acquisition team to optimize hiring strategies, oversee the internship program, and implement best practices that support business needs
• Partner with leaders to champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and accountability to create a positive and empowering work environment
• Lead the Talent Acquisition team to optimize hiring strategies, the internship program, and best practices that support business needs
• Direct, coordinate, and oversee the delivery of comprehensive HR programs, ensuring alignment with company goals
• Lead the annual performance management process, including appraisals, succession planning, and identification of training and development needs
• Ensure employment policies and practices remain legally compliant and serve as an escalation point for employee relations issues
• Act as a visible leader and role model within the HR team, fostering collaboration and professional growth
• Champion employee engagement initiatives and oversee corporate events that reinforce company culture
• Track and report HR metrics to inform decision-making and measure program effectiveness
• Lead and manage ad hoc projects that advance HR capabilities and organizational objectives
• Manage immigration processes (H-1B, PERM) in partnership with Legal
• Coordinate subpoenas and serve as liaison with Legal for compliance matters

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle & work-life balance
• Up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper
• Working with a team who thinks the world of you
• Wellness resources to be and do your best
• Anniversary and recognition programs that celebrate you
• Hands-on training to career growth made for you
• Benefits - Learn more about benefits and eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees