Regional Human Resources Director

The Staff Pad•Dallas, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Pad has partnered with Cadogan Tate, a global leader in fine art logistics, to identify a highly experienced and strategic Regional Human Resources Manager</b> to join their Dallas team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast -paced, operational environment and is passionate about driving organizational excellence through people, compliance, and culture. </p> Role Overview </h3> The Regional Manager of Human Resources & Payroll will serve as a key leader responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance, and compliance of all HR and payroll functions across multiple locations. This role bridges executive leadership and HR teams, translating business objectives into scalable, compliant, and high -performing people strategies. </p> This position offers a unique opportunity to lead HR governance, oversee employee relations and payroll operations, and influence company culture within a dynamic and growing organization. </p>

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in HR, payroll, or people operations
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and compliance requirements
Experience overseeing payroll in partnership with Finance or external providers
Ability to operate both strategically and hands -on
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem -solving skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
SHRM -SCP, SPHR, or similar certification (or willingness to obtain)
Experience in logistics, warehousing, or operational environments
Background in compliance -heavy or multi -state organizations

Responsibilities

Develop and execute HR and payroll strategies aligned with business objectives
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture
Establish and maintain HR standards, policies, and governance across regions
Ensure scalable, consistent, and compliant HR programs
Lead and mentor HR Managers across multiple locations
Oversee employee relations, including investigations, performance management, and disciplinary actions
Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures
Act as escalation point for complex employee matters
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing
Partner with Finance and payroll providers on audits, controls, and reconciliations
Oversee wage and hour compliance and payroll -related reporting
Ensure seamless integration between payroll, HRIS, and benefits systems
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (multi -state environment)
Monitor regulatory changes and adapt policies accordingly
Partner with senior leadership on high -risk employee relations matters and investigations
Support litigation and work with external counsel when needed
Oversee compensation structures, incentive programs, and benefits offerings
Support performance management and pay -for -performance alignment
Partner with Finance on workforce planning, budgeting, and forecasting
Manage HRIS and payroll system effectiveness and data integrity
Analyze workforce metrics and provide executive -level reporting
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Promote a professional, compliant, and service -driven culture
Support leadership development and succession planning
Ensure managers are equipped to lead effectively and lawfully