Director of Human Resources Detroit, MI | In Office | Salary up to $170,000 Our Robert Half client, a leader in its segment, is seeking a dynamic HR Director to help shape its next chapter of growth. This fun, product-driven business offers an outstanding culture, amazing offices, and awesome products employees are proud to stand behind. Join a collaborative leadership team where your ideas, energy, and expertise can make a meaningful impact. The Opportunity Lead people strategy and daily HR operations while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leaders. This visible, hands-on role supports a diverse workforce and combines strategic leadership with meaningful employee interaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Align HR priorities with business goals through workforce planning, organizational design, leadership coaching, and change management.
- Lead and develop the HR team, strengthening service, accountability, and employee support.
- Oversee employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution with sound judgment and consistency.
- Guide recruiting, onboarding, succession planning, and talent development to attract and retain exceptional people.
- Partner on compensation, benefits, merit reviews, incentive programs, and employee communications.
- Improve HR systems, policies, reporting, and processes while maintaining accurate data and employment compliance.
- Build engagement, recognition, learning, and performance programs that strengthen an already great culture.
- Use workforce metrics and financial insights to inform decisions and manage resources effectively.
If your experience matches the requirements listed below, and you are interested or have questions please contact Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or senior HR certification preferred.
- 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience leading HR teams.
- Ability to manage and develop two direct reports: an HR Business Partner and an HR Administrator.
- Broad expertise across employee relations, recruiting, HR operations, compensation, and benefits.
- Experience supporting a growth-oriented retail, manufacturing, or consumer products business with teams across multiple locations.
- Proven ability to advise executives, develop leaders, and guide organizational change.
- Strong employment law knowledge, analytical judgment, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- An engaging, dynamic personality and the ability to build relationships throughout the organization.
- Comfortable moving between strategy and hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
Bring your leadership, personality, and passion for people to a business where culture matters. Contact Jeff Sokolowski at (248) 365-6131.