Head of Human Resources – 52Launch

Position Overview

The Head of Human Resources will build and lead the company’s people strategy as 52Launch continues to grow. This role will partner closely with founders and department leaders to establish scalable HR systems, strengthen leadership capability, and ensure a strong and professional workplace culture. This is a hybrid role, located in Framingham, MA.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Partner with founders and the leadership team on organizational strategy
Provide coaching to leaders on team management, performance, and organizational effectiveness
Support organizational design and leadership development as the company scales

Talent & Recruiting

Improve onboarding and integration of new employees
Build a scalable recruiting engine to support rapid growth
Personally source top-tier talent for key leadership roles
Develop processes for evaluating talent, performance, and growth

Compensation & Benefits

Structure competitive compensation packages
Select and manage employee benefit programs that support retention within budget constraints

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws
Mitigate employment-related legal and organizational risks

Culture & Employee Experience

Define and reinforce company values
Manage employee relations and workplace concerns
Implement initiatives that improve employee engagement and retention

HR Systems & Infrastructure

Establish scalable HR policies and procedures
Implement performance management systems and feedback loops
Ensure consistent HR practices and workplace standards across the organization

Qualifications

8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience across multiple HR disciplines
Experience building or scaling HR functions in growing organizations
Strong leadership coaching and organizational development capability
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Excellent communication, judgment, and organizational skills
SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Success in the First Year

Implement structured HR policies and foundational people processes
Improve leadership alignment and accountability across teams
Establish performance management and development frameworks
Serve as a trusted advisor to founders and leadership

Our team at 52 Launch specializes in executing on great ideas. Our experts in design, manufacturing and marketing will build the assets our clients need to turn their idea into a business.

52Launch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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