EXECUTIVE HR LEADER

Austin, TX | On-site

A growing, highly successful organization is seeking a senior Human Resources leader to build and lead the HR function. This is a rare opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategy and execution and wants direct visibility with executive leadership.

This individual will serve as the company’s top HR partner and will oversee all aspects of the employee experience, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, compliance, and culture.

Key areas of focus include:

• Partnering directly with executive leadership on people strategy and organizational planning
• Leading recruiting efforts and partnering with managers on hiring
• Driving employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives
• Managing employee relations matters and serving as a trusted advisor to leadership
• Designing and improving compensation structures and performance management processes
• Overseeing benefits, policies, handbook updates, and HR compliance
• Building scalable HR processes and infrastructure in a lean environment

The ideal background includes:

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience leading HR as a department of one or within a small team
• Strong background in compensation, employee relations, and HR operations
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred

This opportunity offers strong compensation, high visibility, and the chance to make a significant impact within a collaborative, people-focused organization.