Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources at BBB provides strategic leadership and hands-on management of the firms people operations fostering a collaborative high-performing and inclusive workplace. Reporting to the COO the Director of Human Resources is a key member of the leadership team aligning HR strategy with business objectives and overseeing key HR functions including performance management employee relations compliance and learning and professional development. This role will play a critical part in strengthening the firms leadership capabilities talent strategy and organizational effectiveness as BBB continues to evolve. This role will be based in BBBs NYC office and will support all office locations.

Key Responsibilities

HR Strategy & Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor to firm leadership on talent strategy workforce planning and organizational development
• Translate business objectives into people initiatives that support growth retention and engagement
• Lead mentor and develop the HR team fostering a service-oriented and proactive HR function

Performance Management & Employee Professional Development

• Lead and continuously improve the firms performance management framework to drive accountability clarity and professional growth
• Use performance and engagement data to identify trends and inform retention development and succession planning
• Partner with leadership to support career development frameworks employee resource groups mentorship programs and professional growth initiatives

Employee Relations

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers on employee relations conflict resolution and workplace concerns
• Advise managers on people-management best practices coaching and difficult conversations
• Provide strategic oversight of employment-based immigration and work authorization programs partnering with legal counsel and firm leadership to support workforce planning and compliance

Compensation Benefits & Compliance

• Lead compensation strategy including benchmarking annual salary review cycles pay equity analysis and consistent application of pay practices
• Oversee benefits and wellness programs including vendor relationships open enrollment and employee support
• Ensure accurate timely administration of leave programs (FMLA PFL disability internal leave policies)
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations across all offices
• Manage HR policies employee handbook updates and risk mitigation in collaboration with legal counsel and external immigration counsel

Talent & Workforce Operations

• Collaborate with Talent Manager on recruitment strategy onboarding and workforce planning
• Support internal mobility promotions and succession planning efforts
• Oversee HR systems and data integrity (HRIS performance tools employee records) and leverage data for informed decision-making

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive HR experience including leadership at the Director or Senior Manager level
• Experience leading and developing small-to-mid-sized HR teams
• Experience in architecture engineering design or related industries is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment law performance management and employee relations best practices
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior leadership and influence all organizational levels
• Willingness to travel quarterly to other BBB offices
• Excellent interpersonal communication and judgment skills
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or similar certification preferred

Compensation

BBB offers fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $160000-$220000 with variations based on experience education achievements and business needs. Employees may also receive an annual performance-based bonus and salary increase.

Benefits

BBB is committed to supporting your well-being professional development and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Health: Medical dental and vision coverage (with a no-premium option)
• Financial: 401(k) plan (pre-tax/ and or Roth) pre-tax healthcare and dependent care savings plans commuter transit/parking programs and life/disability insurance.
• Paid Time: PTO holidays and paid volunteer opportunities.
• Professional Development: Subsidies for ARE exam fees AIA membership dues and other professional expenses.
• Wellness: Fitness Discounts mental health support and wellness programs.
• Culture: Mentorship programs and employee resource groups.

As an equal-opportunity employer BBB is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected.

In line with our commitment to providing equal opportunities to all candidates we want to ensure that the interview process is accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations to participate in the interview please email to discuss your needs. Your request will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect. We appreciate your interest in pursuing a career with Beyer Blinder Belle.