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TalentoHC lists this Director of HR opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Title: HR Director
Location: New York, NY (On-Site, 5 Days)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Brand Licensing / Consumer Products / Fashion / Entertainment
About the Opportunity
TalentoHC is partnering with a fast-growing brand management and licensing company headquartered in New York City. Unlike traditional apparel companies, this organization focuses on acquiring, developing, and growing fashion and lifestyle brands through licensing, strategic partnerships, and global expansion - partnering with leading manufacturers, retailers, and licensees around the world to bring brands into new product categories including apparel, footwear, accessories, beauty, home, and lifestyle.
The organization operates with an entrepreneurial, lean structure where employees have real visibility and direct influence on the business. They are seeking an HR Director who is equally comfortable operating at a strategic level and rolling up their sleeves on the day-to-day. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership while owning the full HR function - from employee relations and performance management to recruiting, compliance, compensation, benefits, and HR operations.
A significant part of this role involves building and improving foundational HR processes that don't yet exist or lack consistency - including standardized onboarding, company-wide performance reviews, SOPs, documentation, and manager guides. This is a high-impact opportunity for an HR leader who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, enjoys building from the ground up, and wants real ownership and visibility during an exciting period of growth.
Experience working alongside creative teams is a must - this organization's workforce spans designers, brand builders, and creative professionals, and the ideal HR partner knows how to engage, support, and retain talent that operates differently than traditional corporate functions.
Key Responsibilities
HR Business Partnership
Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance, leadership development, and workforce planning
Support organizational growth, restructures, and change management initiatives
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Lead full-cycle recruitment across Licensing, Business Development, Marketing, Finance, Legal, Creative, Sales, and Operations
Build and oversee a standardized onboarding program to ensure a consistent, positive new hire experience
Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning and succession strategies
Develop employer branding initiatives to attract top talent
Employee Relations & Performance Management
Serve as the primary HR resource for employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution
Coach managers on difficult conversations, documentation, and consistent application of company policies
Build and manage a company-wide performance review process, including cadence, evaluation forms, and goal-setting
Support employee engagement, retention, and career development programs
Compensation, Benefits & Compliance
Partner with leadership on compensation benchmarking, promotions, merit planning, and organizational leveling
Administer employee benefit programs and manage Open Enrollment in collaboration with brokers and vendors
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and New York employment laws
Maintain HRIS data integrity, employee records, and HR reporting
HR Process Building & Projects
Build and standardize foundational HR processes including onboarding, performance reviews, SOPs, and documentation
Develop HR metrics and dashboards to provide insights into hiring, retention, turnover, and workforce trends
Lead initiatives related to HR technology, employee engagement, DE&I, and organizational effectiveness
Participate in mergers, acquisitions, and integrations as the organization continues to grow
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
7-10+ years of progressive HR experience in a true HR Generalist or HRBP capacity
Strong background in employee relations, performance management, compliance, recruiting, and HR operations
Experience working with creative teams, designers, or talent in fashion, licensing, entertainment, or consumer products - required
Prior experience in consumer products, fashion, retail, entertainment, or licensing industries highly preferred
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and New York employment laws
Working knowledge of compensation, benefits, and HR compliance
Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, UKG, ADP Workforce Now, BambooHR, or SuccessFactors
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HR reporting
Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills
Preferred
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Experience supporting multi-state employee populations
Background in high-growth, entrepreneurial, or private equity-backed environments
Exposure to organizational design, change management, and HR process improvement
About TalentoHC Build Your Best Team Yet
Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Human Capital Consulting
TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including technology, aviation, hospitality, media, and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of delivering long-term enterprise value.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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