Brightwing is hiring: HR Director in Birmingham

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a best-in-class HR department by benchmarking against industry standards and continuously improving HR practices, policies, and programs to support business growth and employee satisfaction.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the HR team to ensure a high-performing HR function.
• Partner with senior management and department heads to drive employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team on all HR-related matters.

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to build a pipeline of top-tier candidates and enhance the employer brand as a destination for exceptional talent.
• Oversee the recruitment process to attract and retain top talent.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies and programs.
• Build strong relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors.

• Foster a positive organizational culture by promoting employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being.
• Manage employee relations matters, addressing concerns and ensuring a fair, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
• Implement programs and policies that promote diversity and inclusion.

• Lead performance management initiatives to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Develop and monitor employee performance appraisals, feedback processes, and professional development programs.
• Counsel and coach employees and management on performance and conflict resolution.

• Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure compensation strategies are in line with industry standards and company objectives.
• Analyze compensation data and make recommendations for adjustments when needed.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and ethical standards.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments to ensure the company is up to date with HR-related laws and practices.
• Oversee training and development programs to enhance employee skills, leadership, and career growth.
• Promote a learning culture that encourages continuous improvement and growth.
• Identify organizational training needs and work to implement appropriate programs.
• Leverage advanced HR technology and analytics to optimize HR processes, provide actionable insights to leadership, and enhance the employee experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and organizational development.
• Prior experience utilizing metrics and benchmarks for continuous improvement
• Proven ability to drive change, foster employee engagement, and lead a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with professionalism.
• Experience with HRIS systems and data analytics tools.