Underline · 2 weeks ago
Director of People & Talent
Underline Infrastructure is dedicated to cultivating a growth environment for its employees while delivering modern connectivity infrastructure to communities. The Director of People & Talent will design and execute people programs to drive business performance and organizational excellence, collaborating with executive leadership and managing HR functions within a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
Partner with executive leadership to design people strategies that directly support business objectives
Build workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning frameworks
Develop and implement performance management systems and career development frameworks
Create data-driven HR metrics and dashboards to inform strategic decision-making
Design and execute full-cycle recruitment strategies to attract top talent
Build performance management systems that drive accountability and growth
Implement career development programs and frameworks to retain and develop high performers
Lead compensation planning, benchmarking, and benefits strategy
Build a culture of accountability, innovation, and flourishing across teams
Design and manage engagement measurement systems and action plans
Stay close to organizational pulse and proactively address cultural and employee issues
Foster an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and heard
Serve as strategic advisor to leaders on organizational effectiveness and team dynamics
Navigate complex employee relations issues with sound judgment and business acumen
Lead change management initiatives and drive organizational transformation
Influence executive decision-making on people and organizational matters
Build scalable processes and programs that grow with the organization
Establish learning and development programs aligned to business needs
Execute on all day-to-day HR tasks in a timely manner and with excellence
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Manage HR systems and PEO (TriNet) and continuously improve people operations
Qualification
Required
10–15 years of progressive experience in people/talent/organizational development roles
Track record of building scalable people programs in tech or fast-growth companies
History of driving measurable improvements in organizational effectiveness
Demonstrated ability to influence executives and drive organizational change
Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically on a daily basis
HR Business Partner experience is required - but your background should extend beyond traditional HR (e.g., operations, recruiting, consulting, organizational development, talent strategy)
Strong working knowledge of U.S. labor laws, HR best practices, and compliance
Proficiency with HRIS systems and people analytics
Bachelor's degree required
SHRM Senior Certified Professional or SPHR Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute: Dallas, TX 75254-7520 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Dallas, TX 75254-7520: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Preferred
MBA, MS in HR, Organizational Strategy or related Master's degree preferred
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred but not required
Technology or startup environment experience strongly preferred
Experience as an HR “team of one”, owning all HR functions
Experience working with PEOs
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Company
Underline
Underline powers connected, flourishing communities.