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Head of Human Resources

Northbound Search

Head of Human Resources

New York, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our client, a growing and well-capitalized investment firm, is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Human Resources to lead the firm’s people operations and organizational development. This is a senior leadership role that will work closely with the executive team to shape the firm’s culture, scale HR infrastructure, and support a high-performance environment.

    The ideal candidate brings a strong track record in human capital leadership within financial services or investment management, with the ability to balance strategic planning and hands-on execution.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and execute the firm’s overall human resources strategy, aligned with business objectives

    • Provide counsel to senior leadership on talent, organizational design, performance, and employee engagement

    • Oversee recruitment and talent acquisition efforts across investment, operations, and support teams

    • Lead compensation planning, performance review cycles, and promotions

    • Manage employee relations, compliance, and policy development

    • Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and culture-building efforts

    • Implement scalable systems and processes for a growing, high-performing organization

    • Serve as a trusted partner across all levels of the firm

    Qualifications

    • 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within finance 

    • Proven ability to lead both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations

    • Strong understanding of compensation structures, talent development, and employment law

    • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

    • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture

    • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR) preferred

    Compensation & Benefits

    • Total compensation range of $300,000 – $350,000 (bonus is discretionary and based on performance)
    • 401(k) plan with generous employer contribution

    • Generous paid time off and firm-wide holidays

    • A high-impact leadership role with direct access to senior leadership and firm strategy

  • Compensation
    $300,000-$350,000 per year