Director of HR
Cobalt Search - Appleton, WI
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Are you a hands-on Senior HR Director ready to lead HR strategy for a 250 employee B2B organisation growing at 10% year on year? Our client is an established and fast growing B2B services organisation headquartered in Wisconsin, employing 250 people and achieving consistent 10% annual growth. Known for its commitment to integrity, respect, excellence and positive impact, the business combines operational strength with a people first mindset. With strong leadership, long term stability and employee ownership through ESOP, this organisation continues to invest in its people, systems and future growth. We're seeking a Senior HR Director to join the Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to the VP Finance. This is a fully onsite leadership role with 4 direct reports, responsible for shaping and delivering the HR strategy across the business. This is a heavily hands-on role, as Senior HR Director you will balance strategic planning with operational execution, ensuring HR supports commercial objectives while reinforcing a culture built on trust, teamwork and continuous improvement. What's in it for you • Strategic influence across a growing 250 employee B2B organisation • Direct partnership with VP Finance and Senior Leadership Team • Opportunity to shape HR strategy during sustained 10% annual growth • Leadership of a 4 person HR team with autonomy and accountability • Culture built on respect, integrity, excellence and positive impact • Salary $170000 to $185000 • Healthcare, 401k and ESOP You'll be responsible for • Developing and executing HR strategy aligned to business growth objectives • Leading talent acquisition, workforce planning and succession strategy • Driving learning and development and organisational development initiatives • Championing employee engagement and culture aligned to core values • Leading and mentoring a team of 4 HR professionals • Advising senior leaders on workforce planning, performance and compliance • Supporting change management initiatives across the organisation You'll need • Minimum 7 years senior HR leadership experience • Strong knowledge of employment law and strategic workforce planning • Experience across talent management, L and D and organisational development • Proven ability to lead and develop HR teams • Experience supporting B2B organisations preferred • SHRM certification preferred • A proactive, hands on leadership style with commercial awareness Location This is a full time, onsite position based at the company headquarters in Wisconsin. Standard business hours apply with minimal travel requirements. Our client is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Every application will be reviewed by a real person and responded to.
Created: 2026-03-04