Job Title: Director of Human Resources
Location: Des Plaines, IL (4 days a week)
Pay: $140-160k
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and parental leave
The Opportunity
Our client is a growing financial services company is seeking its first-ever Director of Human Resources to build and lead the HR function from the ground up. This is a highly impactful, sole contributor role reporting directly to the President. They are looking for an HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
This is a rare opportunity to shape HR strategy, operations, and culture in a mission-driven organization that is deeply committed to empowering underserved and minority-owned businesses.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the sole HR leader for the organization, responsible for building scalable HR infrastructure
- Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding to attract and retain diverse, high-quality talent
- Champion a positive workplace culture through engagement initiatives, employee relations, and retention strategies
- Oversee benefits administration, compensation planning, and compliance with all applicable employment laws
- Develop and implement training and development programs to support growth, performance, and succession planning
- Maintain and improve HR systems, processes, and records
- Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on all people-related matters
What You Bring
Must-Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred but not required)
- 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated ownership of HR functions
- Proven ability to operate independently and build HR infrastructure from scratch
- Experience working in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments
- Familiarity with Paylocity or similar HRIS platforms
- High level of professionalism and polish, especially when interacting with executive leadership
- Hands-on HR leader ready to establish systems, policies, and culture
- Excited by the challenge of being the first HR hire
- Solutions-oriented, resourceful, and organized
- Strong communicator with a collaborative, people-first mindset
Nice-to-Haves
- SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification
- Background in banking or financial services (not required)
Why choose Addison Group?
- Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
- Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
- Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
- Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
- Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
