Sr. Director, Human Resources at National Retail Federation Inc

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Management, Onboarding, HR Metrics, Payroll Management, Vendor Management, Employment Law, HR Best Practices, AI Tools, Policy Development, Mentorship, Communication, Collaboration

Industry

Retail

Description

Description The National Retail Federation is a trade association that advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation’s largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies. Manage a broad range of HR functions and serve as a key resource across the organization, offering guidance on complex HR matters and ensuring HR operations align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Essential Functions Provide direct support to the CHRO in strategic planning, project management, and execution of essential HR initiatives. Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor, handling complex HR matters and driving initiatives that support NRF’s overall goals and objectives. Oversee talent acquisition efforts; monitor trends and leverage knowledge, networks, and opportunities to attract talented, diverse, and emerging professionals to NRF. Manage full benefits portfolio including medical, 401(k), disability, FMLA, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, voluntary and wellness programs. Oversee new hire onboarding and offboarding processes. Collect, analyze, and report on HR metrics to inform decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR programs. Oversee payroll, manage external payroll consultant, prepare reports, review payroll account reconciliations, troubleshoot issues, and manage payroll solutions provider. Manage relationships with vendors, benefit carriers, brokers, consultants, and temporary employment agencies. Maintain knowledge of current local, state, and federal laws, and benefit plan documents. Leverage capabilities of HR system for all HR functions and artificial intelligence tools to automate routine HR processes, analyze workforce data, and generate actionable insights. Collaborate with the CHRO to identify areas where AI can enhance decision-making, improve employee experience, and streamline HR operations. Support the annual audit processes and assist in the development of HR policies and procedures. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior HR professionals and office administration team. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced degree or certifications related to HR, such as SHRM-CP or PHR, a plus. Minimum eight years’ experience in human resources. Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Experience defining and utilizing business metrics to accomplish and measure initiatives. Collaborative team-player able to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Ability to organize multiple and varied assignments. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements. Ability to consistently demonstrate high integrity, discretion, and confidentiality. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, HR Systems, and AI tools. Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with employees at all levels. Ability to travel to events, as needed. The National Retail Federation (“NRF”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NRF is committed to the policy and practice of fair and equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This applies to all phases of employment including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, career development, promotion, rates of pay, termination, and all other employment offerings and personnel practices.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Director of Human Resources will manage a broad range of HR functions and provide direct support to the CHRO in strategic planning and execution of HR initiatives. They will oversee talent acquisition, benefits management, payroll, and ensure compliance with HR regulations.