Human Resources Director
Senior HR Leadership | Multi-Site U.S. Manufacturing | Texas-Based
Houston, TX (On-site)
Confidential Fortune 500 Client | Retained Search
The Opportunity
Our client is a Fortune 500, engineering-driven organization operating in a highly technical manufacturing and R&D environment. The business is actively scaling through growth, integration, and operational transformation.
In this organization, HR is not a support function. It is expected to operate with the same rigor, judgment, and business discipline as engineering, operations, and finance.
They are hiring a Human Resources Director to serve as a senior people leader and business partner across a multi-site U.S. footprint, with a primary focus in Texas.
This is a true senior HR leadership seat, not a plant-only role and not a back-office function.
Why This Role Is Different
This position exists at the intersection of:
- Organizational change
- Leadership alignment
- Operational scale
- Policy harmonization
You will be trusted to:
- Lead through ambiguity
- Influence Director- and VP-level leaders without formal authority
- Bring calm structure, sound judgment, and credibility during periods of change
If you are most comfortable in steady-state environments or highly scripted HR roles, this will not be the right fit.
What You’ll Own
Strategic HR Partnership & Change Leadership
- Serve as a senior HR business partner to Director- and VP-level leaders
- Support organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership decision-making
- Lead and support large-scale change initiatives across functions and locations
- Anticipate people-related risks before they become operational issues
Integration & Harmonization
- Play a hands-on role in M&A integrations, including people strategy, communications, and execution
- Drive harmonization of HR policies, practices, and programs across legacy organizations
- Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure consistent, practical deployment of programs
- Support restructuring, growth, and transformation initiatives without slowing the business
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Provide senior-level guidance on complex employee relations matters
- Ensure compliance with U.S. labor and employment regulations across multiple locations
- Partner with Legal and HR leadership on risk mitigation and policy governance
- Coach leaders through difficult performance and conduct issues with clarity and sound judgment
Talent, Leadership & Culture
- Support succession planning and leadership development for critical roles
- Reinforce a culture of accountability, safety, and performance
- Influence leaders to adopt consistent people practices while maintaining operational momentum
What Success Looks Like
You bring:
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience in a complex, global organization
- A proven track record partnering with senior leaders in matrixed, fast-moving environments
- Credibility earned through judgment, execution, and business acumen—not title
You are known for:
- Leading change, not reacting to it
- Moving seamlessly between strategy and execution
- Handling pressure with clarity, confidence, and composure
Required Capabilities
- Experience with M&A integrations, change management, and policy harmonization
- Deep knowledge of U.S. labor and employment regulations
- Strong executive presence and clear, direct communication style
- Comfort operating in evolving organizations where structure is being built—not inherited
Compensation
Base Salary: $150,000–$170,000
Annual Bonus: Up to 15%
Final Word
This is a senior HR leadership role for someone who knows how to navigate complexity, earn trust quickly, and help a Fortune 500 organization move forward without losing momentum or credibility.
If this challenge resonates—or you know someone who fits it exactly—reach out directly.
