Director, Human Resources Fashion Industry

Job Description NYC Area Applicants ONLY – No Relo – Must have Fashion Industry Experience Our client is seeking a strategic Human Resources leader to partner closely with senior leadership and management teams to align people strategies with business objectives. This individual will help drive organizational effectiveness, support a high-performing culture, and provide leadership across a broad range of HR functions. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple levels of an organization. This role requires a thoughtful, solutions-oriented leader who can navigate complexity, lead through change, and foster employee engagement and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation, and refinement of HR strategies, programs, and policies that support organizational goals. Partner with senior leaders to translate business priorities into clear and effective people initiatives. Provide strategic leadership across core HR functions, including: Employee relations Performance management Talent management Compensation and benefits Training and development Succession planning Workforce planning Collaborate with internal partners and external vendors to improve HR programs, benefits offerings, and related systems. Lead and support learning and development initiatives aligned with current and future business needs. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and invoice processing related to HR operations. Lead, mentor, and develop HR team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Required Skills And Experience 8+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience. Proven success partnering with senior and executive leadership. Deep experience across multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, talent strategy, compensation, benefits, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. Strong executive presence and the ability to influence, advise, and challenge leaders with credibility and discretion. Experience leading high-performing teams through change, growth, and ambiguity. Ability to manage sensitive and complex employee relations matters with sound judgment and balanced decision-making. Strong business and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, workforce analytics, and cost management. Experience working in a global or multi-entity environment is preferred. Core Competencies Strategic thinking Employee relations Policy and procedure development Staffing and recruitment Performance management Compensation strategy Training and development Legal and compliance awareness Change leadership Stakeholder management