Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Description

Chief Human Resources Officer - Client Facing

Are you looking for something different than your typical internal Chief Human Resources Officer role?

Do you love to roll up your sleeves and solve problems for others?

Are you looking to advance your career doing work that showcases your expertise?

Do you enjoy variety and challenging yourself to learn new things?

Would you like the opportunity to work in different industries?

If you answered “YES” to these questions, Growth Operators may be the place for you!

At Growth Operators:

Our purpose is to empower growth for our clients.

Our vision is to be the premier finance and human resources advisory firm for growing companies.

Our mission is to deploy our collective knowledge and expertise to propel our clients to higher levels of performance.

Our clients hire Growth Operators because we are different. Our people are experienced, industry-proven professionals that we call Growth Pros. We provide accounting, finance, human resources and transaction advisory transformation services that empower our clients to create sustainable growth and value, and we approach our work with our sleeves rolled up. Come grow your career with us!

We are seeking an experienced human resources professional with prior experience as a Human Resources Executive or Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) that is passionate about driving business results for mid-size businesses and delivering high quality client service.

This is a critical role for our team. You will be a key asset to our clients by leading engagements that require a variety of skills at the CHRO level as well as leading business development activities for Growth Operators.

Establish and develop relationships with clients’ executive leadership, external partners, and stakeholders.

Provide assessments of our client's current HR function and provide strategic recommendations to the CEO/President and members of the executive team.

Provide our clients with leadership, direction, and management of the HR function and team.

Manage projects to keep on track and identify opportunities to provide additional value to our clients.

Develop HR strategies and programs including organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, learning and development, benefits and compensation, payroll and compliance, talent acquisition, and strategic workforce planning.

Manage the processes and procedures for all HR day-to-day responsibilities, leveraging client resources and / or Growth Operators team members as appropriate.

Responsible for securing new and repeat business for Growth Operators through participation in business development activities. Must maintain a robust pipeline of leads, present Growth Operators’ capabilities to prospective clients, and establish and nurture relationships within the professional community.

Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensure client compliance.

Desired Competencies

Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment with clients and internal team members

Enjoy working with multiple clients in a variety of industries with strong business acumen

Excellent organization skills and experience managing multiple competing priorities

Sound judgment and decision-making skills

Savvy verbal and written communicator

Analytical thinker and ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills

High level of proficiency with technology, particularly MS Excel, PowerPoint and various HRIS and payroll systems

Strong project management skills

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in human resources, or equivalent

15+ years of progressive human resources related experience, including 5+ in a leadership / management role

Must be able to spend substantial time in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN area for onsite client work as needed

Preferred Experience

Master's degree in human resources or related field

SPHR GPHR, or SHRM-CP/SCP

Background in facilitating and/or leading HR due diligence and integration activities in mergers and acquisitions

Prior engagements in consulting or contract work

Prior experience engaging in business development activities

Experience working with private equity-backed companies

Experience with compensation strategy and analysis

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with some flexibility regarding work schedule and location.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Environment/ Travel

The work is performed on-site at client locations, remotely from home, and at Growth Operators' office in downtown Minneapolis.

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Travel is primarily local during the business day; some out-of-town and overnight travel is expected.

Benefits/Total Rewards

Growth Operators offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall wellbeing. We are pleased to offer health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with employer match, voluntary disability, life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, flexible time off programs, employee assistance programs, and additional perks.

In addition to the base salary, you will also be eligible to participate in a quarterly incentive program.

ABOUT GROWTH OPERATORS®:

Growth Operators is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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