Vice President of Human Resources, New York, NY (US)

We are representing a leading international financial services organization with a strong reputation for innovation, customer focus, and disciplined growth. Operating across multiple global markets, the company has established itself as a respected player within highly regulated and complex environments. The organization is entering an exciting phase of evolution, supported by a clear strategic agenda focused on growth, operational excellence, digital transformation, and continued investment in its people. With a collaborative culture, strong leadership team, and commitment to developing talent, the business offers an environment where HR can play a meaningful role in shaping commercial success.

This is the senior-most HR leadership role for North America, reporting to the Chief People Officer and partnering closely with the regional executive leadership team. The role is responsible for shaping and executing the people strategy across the U.S. and Canada, with broad oversight of talent, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, compensation, succession planning, and culture. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, lead a high-performing HR team, and help drive business transformation and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Based in New York, the position offers significant exposure to both regional and global stakeholders and requires a leader who can balance strategic influence with strong operational execution.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced HR leader with a proven track record operating within complex, matrixed organizations. Experience in financial services, insurance, banking, professional services, or other regulated environments would be advantageous. They will bring broad HR leadership expertise across talent, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and leadership development, coupled with strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. The successful individual will be a credible, collaborative, and resilient leader, comfortable navigating change and ambiguity while driving business-focused outcomes.

This is a highly visible opportunity to lead the people agenda for a significant North American business within a globally recognized organization. The role offers direct exposure to regional and global leadership, with the opportunity to shape talent, culture, organizational effectiveness, and business transformation initiatives. It is an attractive platform for an experienced HR leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a complex and evolving environment.

This role operates within a complex, matrixed organization and requires strong stakeholder management, influencing skills, and the ability to navigate competing priorities. The environment is fast-paced and evolving, making it best suited for a resilient and adaptable leader who is comfortable with ambiguity and change.