Director, Human Resources

Director of Human Resources

Overview

The Director of Human Resources (HRD) is responsible for managing the strategic and operational delivery of HR functions, ensuring compliance with all legal, employee-related, and licensing requirements. This role provides school leaders with expert HR guidance while delivering exceptional service to all employees throughout the employee lifecycle.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the HRD must exercise independent judgment and diplomacy in both internal and external communications. While this role has strategic responsibilities, it also requires a hands-on, collaborative approach, with the flexibility to support any HR-related task as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on our HR strategy, which reflect the strategic needs of the school
• Lead on our employee engagement strategy
• Oversee daily HR operations 
• Lead and mentor the HR Assistant 
• Review and approve payroll transactions.
• Conduct annual policy reviews and updates.
• Perform compensation analysis.
• Draft and issue employment contracts and merit letters.
• Manage the school HR calendar.
• Participate in internal and external HR audits.
• Perform I-9 verifications and reviews.
• Conduct and document exit interviews.
• Oversee weekly compliance updates and reports, including background checks and child protection requirements.
• Track and process of employee changes impacting payroll.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Support the professional development of school leaders
• Lead and review performance management, including corrective actions.
• Conduct periodic audits of the HR Connect system.
• Maintain and track accurate headcount reports and associated costs.
• Review and update job descriptions, then create job postings in our online applicant tracking system.
• Generate and distribute offer letters for both local and expatriate staff.
• Collaborate closely with immigration attorneys.
• Onboarding new staff, locals and expats.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• 3–5 years of specific HR leadership experience 
• Comprehensive understanding of HR laws and best practices
• Experience of working in the US with overseas employees, with understanding of visa-related legislation
• Payroll experience preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze and generate reports on a monthly or ad hoc basis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), and PowerPoint for reports and presentations
• Experience with SuccessFactors modules, or similar online system.
• Strong cross-cultural, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse nationalities and backgrounds (expatriate experience preferred)

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Results-oriented, with the ability to align efforts with key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• A flexible approach with a willingness to support all HR functions as needed.
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Must be willing to mentor and coach the HR Assistant.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Life Insurance
• Employee discount

Selection Process

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.  We welcome applications from suitable persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, we reserve the right to make an appointment sooner to the right candidate and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.