Talent Connections, LLC has been retained to lead a confidential search for a Head of Operations with a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization serving communities throughout North Metro Atlanta.
This leadership role will partner closely with the Executive Director to oversee day-to-day operations while helping execute the organization's strategic priorities and long-term growth initiatives.
The Head of Operations will provide leadership across multiple operational departments and community-focused programs, leading a team of experienced managers while strengthening organizational infrastructure, improving cross-functional collaboration, and building accountability across the organization.
This position works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to provide operational reporting, monitor strategic initiatives, and help position the organization for continued growth and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the daily operations of multiple departments, ensuring strong communication, accountability, and operational excellence.Develop and improve organizational systems, workflows, and operational processes.Build operational metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools to measure organizational performance.Partner with department leaders to improve cross-functional collaboration and execution.Support strategic planning, organizational growth initiatives, and leadership development.Collaborate with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and operational performance.Support grant compliance, operational reporting, vendor management, and risk management initiatives.Coach, develop, and support department leaders while strengthening performance management and accountability.Prepare and present operational updates for executive leadership and the Board of Directors.Represent the organization with community partners, contractors, municipalities, and external stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Nonprofit Management, Construction Management, or a related field.7+ years of progressive operational leadership experience within a nonprofit or similarly complex organization.Experience leading operational functions.Demonstrated success improving organizational processes, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.Experience developing operational plans, managing budgets, and driving organizational performance.Proven ability to lead teams through organizational change while building accountability and strong team culture.Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.Strong project management, organizational, and decision-making abilities.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business operations systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within affordable housing, community development, human services, construction, or another mission-driven organization.Experience overseeing construction operations, facilities, land development, housing programs, or related operational functions.Experience working with government grants, compliance requirements, or nonprofit funding.Experience presenting to or partnering with a Board of Directors.Experience helping organizations scale during periods of growth or organizational transformation.\nCompany DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS
Founded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.
At Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net
Company DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS\r\nFounded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.\r\n\r\nAt Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net Read LessTalent Connections is leading a confidential retained search for a Head of HR, Americas with a global financial services organization located in Manhattan’s Financial District.
**MUST HAVE FINANCIAL SERVICES INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE**
This is a senior HR leadership opportunity supporting a significant, revenue-generating, client-facing business. The Head of HR, Americas will serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and help shape the organization’s people strategy across leadership effectiveness, organizational design, talent management, workforce planning, compensation, and business transformation.
The ideal candidate will bring deep financial services experience, strong executive presence, and a demonstrated ability to operate successfully within a complex, global, and highly matrixed organization.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the senior HR advisor to executive leadership on organizational strategy, leadership effectiveness, talent priorities, and people-related riskTranslate business priorities into an integrated human capital and talent strategyLead HR support for organizational design, restructuring, operating model changes, and transformation initiativesAdvise on executive talent, succession planning, leadership development, performance management, and workforce capabilityPartner with Finance and HR leadership on strategic workforce planning and talent investment decisionsGuide leaders through complex organizational change while supporting engagement, accountability, and business continuityPartner with Compensation on annual reward decisions, incentive programs, sales compensation, and pay-for-performance practicesProvide counsel on complex employee relations, leadership performance, conduct, and other sensitive employment mattersCollaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance, and other enterprise partnersUse workforce data, business insight, and organizational analysis to influence senior leadership decisionsRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree requiredMinimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience in the financial services industrySignificant experience serving as a senior HR Business Partner, HR executive, or Head of HR for a complex business or functionFinancial services industry experience requiredDemonstrated experience advising executive-level or C-suite leadersExperience supporting a revenue-generating, client-facing business such as sales, distribution, wealth management, institutional investments, client coverage, or another commercial organizationExperience operating within a global and regulated environmentDemonstrated expertise in organizational design, restructuring, business transformation, and change leadershipStrong grounding in employee relations, employment law fundamentals, conduct matters, and people-related risk managementExperience partnering on compensation strategy, incentive compensation, sales compensation, or performance-based reward programsStrong business acumen, financial acumen, executive presence, and organizational judgment\nCompany DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS
Founded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.
At Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net
Company DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS\r\nFounded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.\r\n\r\nAt Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net Read LessTalent Connections, LLC has been asked to identify an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to business leaders within a dynamic, fast-paced financial services environment. This individual contributor role will drive people strategies that support business objectives, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and enhance employee engagement. This position requires working on-site in New York City's Financial District four days per week.
Reporting to the Senior VP of HR, the HR Business Partner will collaborate closely with leaders and cross-functional HR teams to deliver effective solutions across talent management, organizational design, workforce planning, employee relations, leadership development, and change management. The ideal candidate is a proactive, data-driven HR professional with strong business acumen and a passion for helping organizations and employees thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with business leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support organizational and business objectives.Provide strategic coaching and guidance on performance management, employee development, succession planning, and talent retention.Analyze workforce trends and HR data to identify opportunities, address challenges, and support data-driven decision-making.Lead and support organizational change initiatives, workforce planning efforts, restructures, and organizational design projects.Advise leaders on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, investigations, and performance concerns.Identify talent and skill gaps and collaborate with leaders to create development and succession plans.Foster an inclusive, high-performing culture by supporting employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Partner with cross-functional HR teams to deliver effective solutions across talent acquisition, compensation, learning and development, benefits, and organizational development.Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices while minimizing organizational risk.Support key annual HR processes, including performance reviews, talent assessments, compensation planning, and workforce planning activities.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a strategic HR leadership role.Proven experience advising and influencing leaders on a wide range of people-related and organizational matters.Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, talent development, and employment law.Experience leading change management initiatives and implementing organizational improvement strategies.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and provide actionable recommendations.Experience working in a collaborative, matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.Excellent communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferredExperience within financial services, asset management, professional services, or other highly regulated industries preferred.Experience supporting global teams and business leaders preferred.\nCompany DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS
Founded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.
At Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net
Company DescriptionABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS\r\nFounded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.\r\n\r\nAt Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting www.talentconnections.net Read Less