HR Director – Retail Automotive Industry
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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Own the entire HR function for Houston HQ and multiple dealerships nationwide
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True autonomy — senior leadership trust, no micromanagement
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Strategic + hands-on role in a fast-growing automotive platform
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Competitive compensation, strong benefits, long-term growth opportunity
Director of HR Role Overview
Lead and execute all human resources functions for a multi-state retail automotive group, partnering directly with executive leadership to drive HR strategy, compliance, talent, and culture across all locations.
Director of HR Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Leadership
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Develop and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals and growth
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Advise executive leadership on workforce planning and organizational structure
HR Operations
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Own end-to-end HR: recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, employee relations, performance management
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Maintain HR policies and ensure multi-state compliance
Talent Acquisition
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Lead hiring for dealership, corporate, and leadership roles
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Partner with leaders on job design, staffing plans, and onboarding
Benefits & Compensation
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Administer benefits programs and manage vendor relationships
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Maintain competitive, multi-state compensation structures
Employee Relations & Compliance
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Handle employee relations issues, investigations, discipline, and terminations
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Director of HR Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree required
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8–10+ years of progressive HR experience
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Strong multi-state HR and compliance background
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Experience supporting multi-location or decentralized organizations
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Confident, pragmatic leader with strong communication and judgment
Director of HR Preferred
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Advanced HR certification (SHRM / PHR)
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Automotive retail HR experience strongly preferred
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California employment law exposure a plus