Job description
Our client, a rapidly scaling technology company with a global footprint, is seeking an exceptional Senior Director of Human Resources to lead their US region. This is a high-impact leadership role for an HR executive who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution.
As the senior HR voice for the US region, you’ll partner directly with the Global SVP of HR and business leaders to align people strategy with ambitious growth objectives. This role requires someone who can operate both strategically and hands-on, building scalable HR infrastructure while remaining deeply connected to day-to-day operations.
You’ll lead a team of 7-9 HR professionals across Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, and Administration, while collaborating with global Centers of Excellence based internationally. This is an opportunity to shape culture, drive organizational effectiveness, and build HR practices that enable a high-performance, inclusive environment.
Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid - 3 days in office)
Travel: Approximately 25%
Reports To: Senior Vice President - Human Resources
Essential:
- Experience: 15+ years in progressive HR leadership roles, with 6+ years leading high-performance teams in technology companies
- Strategic Partnership: Proven track record partnering effectively with senior executives in dynamic, fast-paced environments
- Compliance Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of US federal and state employment and compensation laws; experience managing multi-state compliance requirements
- Compensation Mastery: Direct experience with compensation surveys (Radford, Mercer, or similar); proven ability to design and administer competitive compensation and incentive programs
- Technical Proficiency: Strong command of HRIS systems, ATS platforms, and MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- US Payroll: Full understanding of US payroll and multi-state compliance complexities
- Leadership: Demonstrated success building, coaching, and developing HR teams and influencing business leaders
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Preferred
- Global collaboration experience, particularly with India/APAC and European teams
- Experience supporting both go-to-market (sales, customer success) and technical organizations
- Familiarity with Greenhouse (ATS) and Workday (HRIS)
- Experience with global payroll vendor selection and implementation
- Established HR network in the San Diego/Southern California region
- Cross-cultural sensitivity and ability to operate effectively in matrix environments
Key Competencies:
Strategic yet hands-on: Can develop long-term vision while remaining agile and execution-focused
Global business acumen: Comfortable navigating cross-cultural dynamics and international collaboration
Influential communicator: Builds trust, consensus, and strong stakeholder relationships
Adaptable leader: Thrives in ambiguity and rapidly changing environments
Problem-solver: Removes barriers, challenges thinking, and drives creative solutions
Salary Range: $185,000 - $210,000 (commensurate with experience)
Performance Bonus: Annual short-term incentive plan
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement: 401(k) with employer match (up to 4%)
Why This Role?
- High Impact: Shape HR strategy and culture for an entire US region in a high-growth company
- Global Collaboration: Work with international teams and bring a global mindset to US operations
- Growth Opportunity: Expand your leadership scope as the company scales; potential to add HR Business Partners and additional team members
- Innovation: Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity, inclusion, and reimagining how work gets done
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