Senior Director, Human Resources

Location: Oxford, Mississippi (Option to Relocate)

Description:

The Senior Director, Human Resources will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

mTrade considers its investment in talent and human capital paramount to its success and this position will “own” a valuable, pivotal role with full support from the Senior Leadership Team, in partnership with them, to help continue to make mTrade’s vision real.

mTrade considers the area of Human Resources to be the heart of the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the strategic direction of the Company in leading the HR function and all human resources-related activities.
• Partner with senior leadership as a valued and trusted resource to advance the Company’s culture, develop strategies to proactively engage leadership in creating a high-performing culture, drive positive employee engagement and a high retention rate.
• Oversee and adhere to all HR regulatory requirements and documentation, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Provide information and guidance to Heads of Departments on a variety of issues related to employee relations, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Be the lead point of contact for and manage mTrade’s 3rd party Benefits providers ensuring timely decisions on, and dissemination of information to employees on plan updates.
• Develop organizational HR strategy to recruit and retain top caliber employees in a high-growth environment, identifying key talent within and outside the Company for mission critical positions.
• Direct the interpretation and application of policies throughout the Company, staying informed of new practices and developments.
• Carry out talent acquisition and onboarding for different Departments according to HR compliance protocols using the Company’s HR Management Information System.
• Act as the initial point of contact for HR inquiries, delivering prompt and professional responses and resolutions to employee questions and concerns.
• Liaise with the Finance Department on employee payroll and benefits, change in status, PTO etc.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, ensuring strict compliance with data protection regulations.
• Conduct research and produce reports on employee salaries for departmental budgetary purposes using the Company’s compensation benchmarking tool.
• Develop succession planning, career development, and talent management initiatives using performance reviews and KPIs etc.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders e.g. University Career Centers as a source of future employees.

Experience Required:

• 8+ years in all areas of Human Resources.
• A background and proven track record of resolving conflicts and turning them into successes.
• Working in a consultative leadership role with Senior Leadership teams.
• Demonstrated high level competence of strategic, analytical, conceptual, and innovative thinking.

Skills Required:

• Confidentiality: Able to work with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Leadership: Able to direct, lead and motivate people with empathy and positivity.
• Interpersonal Skills: Polished interpersonal, communication - verbal and written -and organizational skills to effectively address and influence all levels, within and outside of the Company.
• Team Player: Able to work collaboratively with teams at all levels.

Education Required:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources Administration or related field.