We are partnering with a dynamic, fast-paced entertainment company seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead the full people function and serve as the senior HR leader within the organization.

If you are a confident, pragmatic HR leader who thrives in high-energy environments, brings structure without rigidity, and enjoys partnering with creative executives to shape culture and performance, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

About the Role

The Director of HR will oversee the entire people function for a small-to-mid-sized, personality-driven organization. This is a true end-to-end leadership opportunity, not simply administering HR, but shaping people strategy and driving organizational performance.

While prior entertainment experience is not required, you must be comfortable operating in a creative, fast-moving, high-visibility environment.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with executive leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives
Serve as the senior advisor to department heads
Lead benchmarking, headcount planning, and job leveling initiatives
Enhance scalability, structure, and organizational effectiveness
Oversee compensation programs, incentive structures, and benefits offerings
Lead annual benefits renewals, negotiating directly with brokers and insurers
Ensure competitive, equitable pay practices aligned with market benchmarks
Manage HR systems (Workday), payroll (ADP), and core HR processes
Oversee open enrollment, policy updates, and benefits communications
Foster a high-engagement, inclusive workplace culture
Act as the escalation point for employee relations matters
Conduct investigations and manage sensitive issues with sound judgment and discretion
Oversee recruitment strategies across corporate functions
Strengthen performance management, career development, and succession planning
Support leadership development and executive coaching
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
Maintain HR policies, handbooks, and workplace standards
Oversee wage & hour compliance, leave administration, and risk mitigation
Lead and develop a small HR team
Establish clear priorities, processes, and expectations
Build structure while maintaining agility and flexibility

Preferred Profile

10+ years of progressive HR experience
5+ years managing a team
Proven experience leading the full HR function (not solely a specialist)
Direct experience managing benefits renewals and broker relationships
Strong employee relations expertise
Experience partnering closely with executive leadership in high-profile environments

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