Communication Skills, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources Processes, Leadership, Mergers and Acquisitions, Onboarding, Organizational Development/Management, Payroll Management, Startup, System Integration (SI), Workforce Management
The Interim HR Director is a high-impact leadership role responsible for guiding a complex M&A spinout while ensuring seamless HR operations across two evolving entities. This Interim HR Director will operate as both a strategic advisor and hands-on executor,driving HR infrastructure, employee transitions, and system integration efforts.
The Interim HR Director will partner closely with executive leadership, influencing organizational design, HR processes, and long-term talent strategy during a pivotal growth phase. This role is ideal for a senior HR leader who thrives in dynamic, high-visibility environments.
Core Responsibilities- Lead M&A and spinout HR initiatives, including employee transfers, payroll and benefits structuring, and compliance (40%)
- Oversee onboarding, workforce integration, and HRIS migration to a new platform (30%)
- Design and optimize HR functions, policies, and processes post-spinout across two entities (20%)
- Support day-to-day HR operations and leadership advisory needs (10%)
Additional responsibilities of the Interim HR Director include:- Serving as the primary HR partner to executive leadership and stakeholders
- Implementing and integrating HRIS solutions while coordinating with payroll, PEOs, and vendors
- Managing domestic and international workforce considerations
- Advising on long-term HR organizational design and scaling strategies
Core Competencies & Qualifications
Required:
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including Director-level leadership
- Proven experience leading HR through M&A, carve-outs, spinouts, or workforce transitions
- Strong experience in startup or high-growth environments
- Ability to operate strategically while executing hands-on HR work
- Executive presence with strong communication and influencing skills
- Experience with HRIS implementation and integration
Preferred:- Experience with modern HR platforms (Rippling strongly preferred)
- Exposure to international payroll and multi-state workforce management
- Background in early-stage or scaling organizations
Work Environment & Schedule- Flexible schedule aligned to project needs (approximately 20-30 hours/week)
Why Join This Opportunity- The Interim HR Director will lead a high-visibility M&A transformation
- The Interim HR Director will shape HR infrastructure and long-term strategy
- Direct collaboration with executive leadership and key decision makers
- Opportunity to build processes, influence outcomes, and drive organizational success
EB-1899950538C
Creative Financial Staffing