Barnowl Advisory Group · 1 week ago
Vice President of People
Raynham, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
15+ years expBarnowl Advisory Group is seeking a Vice President of People who will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic and operational objectives of the HR function within the organization. This role involves overseeing all areas of HR, including employee relations, talent management, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Amy Allen (Diercks)
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CPO and executive team, contributing to overall business planning and organizational growth
Lead change management initiatives and organizational restructuring efforts as needed to scale the business and drive cultural transformation
Drive compensation, performance appraisal, and goal-setting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Act as the performance improvement driver to influence positive changes in the business environment and maintain strong, effective, and transparent delivery of communication
Partner with functional divisions and departments to address day-to-day employee relations and human resource needs to keep the pulse of the organization
Drives leadership development skills with the managers across the organization in people processes such as difficult conversations, terminations, promotions, compensation management, performance management, and professional development
Lead efforts to build a positive and inclusive company culture, promoting engagement and employee satisfaction
Consult on HR policies across the organization and provide guidance to managers and employees on compliance matters
Stay informed about changes in employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to, equal employment opportunity (EEO), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Transparency laws, 401k Plan Compliance, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), etc
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to HR compliance, including personnel files, EEO data, and training records
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate compliance risks and ensure a culture of ethical conduct within the organization
Lead HR due diligence efforts during M&A activities, assessing cultural fit, organizational structure, compensation and benefits, and potential risks
Facilitate M&A and integration needs in partnership with the leadership team to minimize disruption and ensure employee engagement during integration processes
Develop and execute integration plans with timelines and critical milestones for newly acquired companies and people ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with the organization's HR data, policies and practices
Support communication efforts to provide transparency and clarity regarding M&A objectives, timelines, and impacts on employees
Conduct post-merger evaluations to assess the effectiveness of integration strategies and identify areas for improvement
Identify key performance indicators for the organization's functions and assess the organization's success and market competitiveness
Utilize HR metrics and analytics to drive decision-making and report on HR performance
Partner with the CPO and HR team on the HR technology roadmap and ensure tools support scalability, data integrity, and team efficiency
Drive a best-in-class comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract top-tier talent
Partner with Marketing and People teams to develop and promote our employer brand and employee value proposition
Continuously evaluate and optimize recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Identify, evaluate, and solve hiring challenges
Partner with team to evaluate and enhance applicant tracking, interview process, onboarding, and overall candidate experience
Promote our talent management programs to support employee development and career road map
Develop succession planning strategies across leadership levels to ensure long-term organizational continuity and strength
Conduct regular talent checks and performance measures to identify areas for growth and improvement
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on talent program best practices
Continue to develop and implement performance management processes to drive employee engagement and productivity
Partner with leaders to establish clear performance expectations and to provide regular feedback and coaching
Maintain and enhance employee recognition programs to acknowledge and reward outstanding performance
Monitor employee morale and commitment levels and develop strategies to address any issues or concerns
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, or related field
Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience, including experience resolving complex employee relations issues
Strong knowledge of HR disciplines, including compensation practices, performance management, employee relations, and employment laws
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate business objectives into HR initiatives
Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve results
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build cross organizational relationships and influence at all levels of the organization including and especially the C-Suite
Must be willing to be both a player and a coach as the organization grows
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Technically curious, and the ability to evaluate and implement new systems
Innovative—Challenges the Status quo and constantly seeks opportunities to improve HR value proposition, processes and practices
Company
Barnowl Advisory Group
At Barnowl Advisory Group, we specialize in elevating the HR capabilities of our client partners.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Frank Levesque, SPHR
Partner
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