Engine Shop Hiring for Human Resources Director Job at Manhattan Full Time

Human Resources Director

OVERVIEW

Engine Shop is looking for a strategic HR leader to assist in all functions of HR, with a heavy focus in recruitment and talent management.

As the Director of Human Resources, you will partner with Functional Leaders (Creative, Client Service, Branded Entertainment, IEG, Finance) in optimizing our broader agency’s human capital as it relates to retention, recruitment, engagement, performance, wellness, and risk mitigation. This role is integral in providing support and advising managers and employees on all employment-related actions.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partners with the department heads to develop programs and initiatives to promote growth and development at Engine Shop
• Manage the performance management process, looking for ways to optimize Engine Shop’s processes and structures
• Leverage the engagement platform (Lattice) to gauge morale and company culture and look for ways to proactively identify areas for opportunity and recommend solutions
• Further develop a growth framework for employees to develop and proactively manage their careers at Engine Shop
• Work with managers to discuss potential gaps in employee performance so that swift action can be taken
• Develop and provide employee in-house trainings, such as, providing feedback, developing, and coaching team members, leveraging performance tools (Lattice)
• Conduct annual compensation research, updating compensation structures and making recommendations for any changes
• Monitor (with Finance) controls for compensation and other monetary-related changes
• Evaluate benefit utilization rates, costs, and value of benefits to determine any potential changes that should be made
• Develop metrics and measurable outputs with Finance to determine and find ways to maximize utilization, optimization, and resourcing
• Leverage the utilization of tools (BambooHR, Lattice, and Monday.com, etc.) and reporting to show ROI
• Scale human resources along with business growth. As Engine Shop grows, clear structure of processes and protocol will have to be more defined (i.e. tracking performance metrics, evaluating the annual budget against employee output, etc.)
• Create and develop a succession and strategic plan with other leadership team members
• Strategically source, poach, and pipeline candidates to properly align with Engine Shop’s staffing structures.
• Proactively look for and find ways to increase and promote DEI initiatives at Engine Shop
• Manage the HR Coordinator and provide support as needed
• Participate in conferences and other learning opportunities to stay up-to-date on legal and compliance regulations to protect our current business and limit liability

REQUIREMENTS

• 7-10 years of experience in progressive HR management and leadership
• Experience working within the Marketing industry is a plus
• HR certification: PHR, SHRM-CP are a plus
• Experience providing counsel and support to leadership and management in a marketing agency environment
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to question decisions and the status quo
• Solutions-oriented, looks for ways to optimize current processes and ways of working
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize work and set deadlines for self and others as needed
• Ability to drive collaboration and communication between teams
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Ability to influence and build credibility at all levels and establish collaborative working relationships

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package including base salary and company bonus plan
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401K + company match
• Flex vacation policy

Please NOTE! Proof of the COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment. Verification of vaccination is required prior to the first day of employment.

ENGINE SHOP IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL AGENCY.

We are looking for great people who are passionate about what they do. People who understand the value of hard work, are willing to get their hands dirty and enjoy the process as much as the result. People who love working on a team. People with a make it happen and get it done attitude. People who, no matter what the level, are creators, thinkers, and doers. No two gears are the same, but they all fit together to make an unstoppable machine here at Engine Shop.

In return, our promise to you is that we will work tirelessly to create opportunities for your professional and personal development while communicating with transparency about the company for which you have chosen to work.

Our people are why Engine Shop has been consistently named a “Best Place to Work” by Ad Age and Event Marketer.