Director of HR and Talent
Addison Group, Chicago, IL, United States
Benefits
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and parental leave
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience across HR and Talent Acquisition, with leadership experience preferred
Experience in a high-growth startup or scaling software/technology company
Proven ability to build and scale recruiting and HR functions from scratch
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and HR best practices
Hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Key Responsibilities
Partner with leadership on workforce planning and hiring strategy
Personally recruit for critical and leadership roles
Enhance employer branding and candidate experience
Develop and implement HR infrastructure, policies, and programs
Oversee the full employee lifecycle (onboarding, performance, engagement, offboarding)
Ensure compliance with U.S. employment laws and HR best practices
Implement and optimize HR systems, tools, and reporting
Help shape and scale a high-performance, values-driven culture
Drive employee engagement, retention, and development initiatives
Build frameworks for performance management and career progression
Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on people strategy
Support organizational design and scaling efforts
Coach managers on performance, feedback, and team development
Why choose Addison Group?
Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience across HR and Talent Acquisition, with leadership experience preferred
Experience in a high-growth startup or scaling software/technology company
Proven ability to build and scale recruiting and HR functions from scratch
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and HR best practices
Hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Key Responsibilities
Partner with leadership on workforce planning and hiring strategy
Personally recruit for critical and leadership roles
Enhance employer branding and candidate experience
Develop and implement HR infrastructure, policies, and programs
Oversee the full employee lifecycle (onboarding, performance, engagement, offboarding)
Ensure compliance with U.S. employment laws and HR best practices
Implement and optimize HR systems, tools, and reporting
Help shape and scale a high-performance, values-driven culture
Drive employee engagement, retention, and development initiatives
Build frameworks for performance management and career progression
Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on people strategy
Support organizational design and scaling efforts
Coach managers on performance, feedback, and team development
Why choose Addison Group?
Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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