About Expert Institute Expert Institute is the #1 technology platform connecting litigation attorneys with expert witnesses, operating in a multi-billion-dollar market with The Role A player-coach who owns the full HR function: recruiting infrastructure, talent management, culture, and payroll/benefits. As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

Vice President, Human ResourcesMilwaukee, WI 

•   3–4 days/week in office (Third Ward) 
• •  Reports to: President

Expert Institute is the #1 technology platform connecting litigation attorneys with expert witnesses, operating in a multi-billion-dollar market with A player-coach who owns the full HR function: recruiting infrastructure, talent management, culture, and payroll/benefits. You'll be the most senior leader in our Milwaukee office and a genuine seat at the executive table.This is a company of ~200 people, and it moves like one — priorities shift quickly and systems are still being built. Candidates who've thrived in smaller, fast-paced environments will find this role a natural fit.

• Built for small, fast-moving companies — you’re comfortable operating where headcount is under ~250 and priorities change often
• Genuine player-coach — you build the strategy and do the work yourself
• Sharp, concise communicator — comfortable presenting HR strategy and metrics to the executive team and board with pace and clarity
• Recruiting expert, especially for sales and engineering
• Tech-and-efficiency mindset — you default to solving problems with software and automation over manual process, and use AI where it helps
• Strong cultural anchor for an office of 80+ and 200+ total employees

Recruiting

• Streamline end-to-end hiring with a focus on sales and engineering pipelines
• Build scorecards, structured interviews, and accountability at every stage
• Use AI and automation to accelerate sourcing and screening

Talent Management

• Own merit reviews, compensation cycles, and promotion criteria
• Run 360 feedback programs and continuous performance processes
• Build manager training and L&D programs that scale with the business

HR Operations & Culture

• Set the cultural tone as the senior leader in the Milwaukee office
• Manage HR systems, compliance, and employee feedback loops
• Lead and develop the HR team with clear expectations and coaching

• 8+ years HR experience; 3+ years in a senior leadership role
• Track record in a company under ~250 people
• Proven recruiting track record for sales and/or technical roles
• Deep expertise in performance management and comp design
• Demonstrated use of software and/or AI to reduce manual HR work – able to speak to specific tools or workflows you've built
• Comfortable and practiced presenting to executives and boards
• PE-backed or high-growth company experience preferred
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or MBA a plus

• Competitive base + performance bonus + equity
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match
• 3–4 days/week in Milwaukee office

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees.

As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.

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