<p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>A fast-growing, innovation-driven technology organization partnered with Robert Half is seeking a strategic and people-focused <strong>Director of Human Resources</strong>. The company operates in a dynamic, product-led environment and is scaling rapidly across multiple business units. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to executive leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Director of Human Resources will lead all aspects of HR strategy, operations, and talent management for a growing tech organization. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to executives and managers, driving initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, improve employee experience, and ensure compliance with employment regulations.</p><p>This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on execution, with responsibility for shaping HR infrastructure during a high-growth phase.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic HR Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals and growth plans</li><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management</li><li>Lead initiatives that enhance company culture, engagement, and retention</li></ul><p><strong>Talent Management & Acquisition</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle recruiting strategy in partnership with talent acquisition teams</li><li>Design workforce planning models to support scaling needs</li><li>Lead succession planning and leadership development programs</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations & Performance Management</strong></p><ul><li>Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues and investigations</li><li>Oversee performance management systems and ensure consistent application across teams</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Finance and leadership on compensation strategy and benchmarking</li><li>Oversee benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction</li></ul><p><strong>HR Operations & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Maintain and improve HR policies, procedures, and systems</li><li>Drive HRIS optimization and data-driven decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Team Development</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and mentor HR team members</li><li>Build scalable HR processes to support organizational growth</li><li>Foster a collaborative and high-performance HR function</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead the People function at a fast-paced AI startup in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and scale HR systems and processes from the ground up, enabling innovation and growth within a high-tech, engineering-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic settings, collaborates effectively with executive teams, and fosters a culture of excellence and adaptability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the company's mission and growth objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to design organizational structures that support scalability and innovation.</p><p>• Drive talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier engineering and AI talent, ensuring streamlined recruiting processes.</p><p>• Implement HR policies, onboarding systems, compensation frameworks, and performance management programs.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with California labor laws and global workforce standards across all operations.</p><p>• Foster a positive employee experience by creating engagement programs and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.</p><p>• Support leadership teams with coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational development initiatives.</p><p>• Build scalable systems to support a hybrid and globally distributed workforce.</p><p>• Develop learning and development programs tailored to technical and R&D-focused teams.</p><p>• Act as a cultural ambassador by establishing values, communication norms, and team-building practices.</p>