Vice President, Human Resources Officer

Cape Ann Savings Bank • Gloucester, MA

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About The Position

Cape Ann Savings Bank is seeking an experienced HR leader to lead the Bank’s people strategy and strengthen its culture. Reporting directly to the President, the role partners with Senior Management and the Board of Trustees while remaining connected to employees and managers across an organization of approximately 85 employees. It combines strategic leadership with hands-on HR work and offers a meaningful voice in shaping the employee experience and the Bank’s future.

The position oversees talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, succession and workforce planning, compensation and benefits strategy, development programs, HR policies, compliance, and workforce metrics. It also advises leaders and managers, coaches them through sensitive employee matters, and contributes to strategic planning and Board discussions related to people, compensation, benefits, and culture.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience across multiple HR disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of Massachusetts and federal employment laws.
• Excellent judgment, communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• A strategic mindset and willingness to stay hands-on.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Banking, financial services, or other regulated-industry experience preferred.
• HR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the President, Senior Management, and managers.
• Lead talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, succession planning, and workforce planning.
• Guide compensation and benefits strategy to support attraction, retention, and internal equity.
• Build leadership and employee development programs that strengthen the Bank’s talent pipeline.
• Coach managers through sensitive employee and performance matters.
• Oversee HR policies, compliance, and workforce metrics.
• Contribute to strategic planning and Board discussions involving people, compensation, benefits, and culture.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Supplemental hospital indemnity coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Pension plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive