HR Director

Associa•Richardson, TX

About The Position

As HR Director at Associa, you will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and lead HR delivery for assigned business areas. You will shape people strategy, guide leaders through complex employee and organizational decisions, and ensure HR practices support business results. The HR Director directly manages the HR Business Partner and is accountable for the quality and consistency of HR support across the group. The role calls for a credible, solutions-oriented leader who can influence executives, develop an HR team, and address complex or high-risk matters when needed.

Requirements

At least 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, focused on employee relations, talent acquisition, and organization design.
At least 3 years of experience advising senior leaders and managing or developing HR professionals.
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including multi-state compliance.
Knowledge of FMLA and leave administration, performance management, unemployment and workers’ compensation claims, and employee relations.
Ability to influence and build credibility with senior leaders, with strong persuasion and conflict resolution skills.
Strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to balance employee needs with business goals.
Ability to coach and develop others and lead through change.
Strong time management and ability to prioritize time-critical work.
Confidentiality and discretion in all duties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

Advise senior leaders on people strategy, organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
Translate business goals into HR priorities and programs that improve performance, engagement, and retention.
Use HR data and trends, including turnover, engagement, and employee relations patterns, to inform leadership decisions.
Ensure consistent, high-quality HR support for managers and employees across assigned business areas.
Serve as the escalation point for complex or high-risk HR matters.
Oversee employee relations practices and guide the resolution of complex or sensitive issues.
Lead or oversee investigations and advise senior leaders on outcomes and risk.
Partner with senior leaders to plan staffing needs, organization structure, and succession.
Guide recruiting strategy for key roles, including candidate sourcing and relationship building.
Contribute to a strong onboarding experience for new hires.
Lead performance management for assigned groups, including goal setting, reviews, and development planning.
Identify organizational training needs and partner with leadership to build and deliver programs.
Support leadership development and career growth initiatives.
Manage the HR Business Partner and develop HR professionals.