NU Advisory Partners has been retained to lead the search for a Head of Human Resources for a high-growth, operationally complex organization entering its next phase of scale. This leader owns the full people agenda and partners closely with the executive team to align talent, culture, and organizational capability with business priorities. The role requires a hands-on HR leader who brings structure, rigor, and sound judgment while operating effectively in a fast-moving, evolving environment.

About NU Advisory Partners

NU Advisory Partners is an AI-native executive search and advisory firm specializing in senior executive, operating, and board roles, with deep expertise in private capital-backed environments.

We’re breaking the mold in an industry that hasn’t changed in decades, pairing a top-tier team with tech, data, and AI to make search smarter, faster, and built for how businesses move today. The result? A better experience for clients, candidates, and ourselves. With 2,000+ searches and deep industry expertise, we deliver high-touch service and leadership talent that drives long-term value.

Key Responsibilities

People Strategy & Executive Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people strategy, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Translate business priorities into clear, actionable HR initiatives supported by data and execution discipline.
• Balance strategic perspective with hands-on leadership in a lean, impact-oriented environment.

Talent & Organizational Effectiveness

• Own end-to-end talent management, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, development, and succession planning.
• Build scalable people programs that support growth while maintaining a strong, values-aligned culture.
• Design and evolve a business partner model that enables leaders across the organization.

Compensation, Benefits & Workforce Planning

• Oversee compensation programs, incentives, payroll, and benefits in partnership with finance and external partners.
• Support headcount planning, workforce modeling, and payroll forecasting with strong analytical rigor.
• Ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Lead HR operations, systems, reporting, and budgeting with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and insight.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across jurisdictions.
• Strengthen governance and risk management while enabling speed and flexibility.

Data, Systems & Scale

• Continue modernizing HR systems, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
• Establish metrics and dashboards that provide clear visibility into people performance and trends.
• Use data to inform decisions and elevate HR as a strategic, insight-driven function.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing HR team.
• Set clear expectations, accountability, and operating cadence across the function.
• Build internal capability to support long-term organizational health and growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Progressive HR leadership experience with accountability for enterprise-level people strategy and operations.
• Background in high-growth, operationally complex organizations.
• Strong financial and analytical orientation, with comfort partnering closely with finance on workforce planning and cost management.
• Proven ability to operate hands-on while scaling systems, processes, and teams.
• Track record of building trust with executives through clear judgment, data-backed recommendations, and execution.
• Experience navigating ambiguity and change with a practical, adaptable mindset.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Deep knowledge of modern HR practices, systems, and tools.

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume.
• Our team will review your application.
• If your experience aligns with the role, we’ll reach out to discuss the opportunity further.
• Even if this role isn’t the perfect match, we’ll add you to our talent network for future opportunities.

At NU Advisory Partners, we’re committed to identifying and placing exceptional leaders in roles where they can drive meaningful impact. If your background aligns with this opportunity, we invite you to apply.