VP of HR (restaurant franchise) #1508

A rapidly growing, innovative food service company that operates across multiple states, seeks a strategic and dynamic Vice President of Human Resources to join their executive leadership team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the human capital strategy for an organization with ambitious growth plans and a strong commitment to culture. Please note that the company HQ will be relocating from Charlotte NC to Rock Hill SC mid-year and this role will operate from the new location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive organizational strategy as a key member of the executive team
• Provide a business partnering and advisory function to the Senior Executive Team
• Lead talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation/benefits, and compliance initiatives
• Develop and implement HR best practices aligned with business objectives
• Oversee performance management and leadership development programs
• Drive employee engagement and ensure operational excellence
• Manage talent enablement and team development
• Manage a team of HR professionals
• Guide organizational change management initiatives
• Ensure multi-state employment law compliance
• Drive the brand and ensure that it remains an Employer of Choice

The successful candidate will be a forward-thinking leader who can:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with executive leadership
• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Lead strategic HR programs that support business growth
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture
• Manage complex employee relations matters

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

• PHR, SPHR, or GPHR certification
• 10+ years progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in leadership
• Multi-state employment law expertise
• Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities
• Experience with HRIS systems (Paylocity/ Payfactors experience preferred)
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Travel requirement: 10%

Preferred requirements:

• Master's degree
• Food service/franchise industry experience
• Experience managing organizational change initiatives

• Strategic leadership role reporting to the President
• Base salary $170-190K with bonus potential based on KPI attainment
• Hybrid schedule (2-3 days in office)
• Comprehensive benefits including favourable PTO, matching 401k, healthcare, education assistance

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