Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Harris Computer is seeking a VP of Human Resources to provide strategic HR support and lead the HR and Talent Acquisition teams. The role involves developing HR strategies aligned with business goals, overseeing HR functions, and ensuring effective integration during mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR and talent strategy aligned with business goals and long‑term growth plans
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Portfolio Group President and Portfolio COO and, executive team, on organizational effectiveness, culture, leadership, and workforce strategy
• Translate business priorities into scalable people programs, policies, and infrastructure
• Lead, mentor, and develop high‑performing HR and Talent Acquisition teams
• Oversee core HR functions including employee relations, performance management, learning and development, total rewards, HR operations, and compliance
• Ensure Talent Acquisition strategy supports current and future workforce needs, including executive hiring and critical roles
• With the Portfolio HR team drive workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives
• Partner with business leaders to forecast talent needs and assess organizational capabilities
• Guide initiatives to improve engagement, retention, and productivity
• Provide SME support to HR due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investments, including assessment of: Organizational structure and talent risks, Compensation, benefits, and incentive programs, Employment agreements and retention strategies, Culture and change readiness, HR policies, practices, and compliance considerations for possibly a global workforce
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Learning & Development throughout transaction lifecycle
• Develop people‑related integration strategies and oversee post‑acquisition HR integration and change management
• Champion company values, culture, and initiatives
• Ensure a consistent and positive employee experience across the organization
• Provide leadership direction around management efforts during periods of transformation and growth
• Act as a bridge between the Frontline portfolio and Central HR (including HR Shared Services, HR Technology, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, and Culture & Engagement), leveraging centrally designed programs and tools to deliver consistent, scalable people solutions across the business
• Provide ongoing input and feedback to Central HR on portfolio-specific needs, ensuring co-creation of strategies that balance global consistency with the autonomy required to drive performance and employee experience at the business unit level
• Ensure compliance with country federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Identify people‑related risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Oversee HR policies, practices, and systems to ensure consistency and scalability

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior‑level leadership
• Proven experience leading both HR and Talent Acquisition functions
• Demonstrated experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including HR due diligence and integration
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategy to financial and operational goals
• Master's degree (MBA, MS in HR, or related field)
• Experience in a high‑growth, private equity–backed, or multi‑entity organization
• SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, or other relevant certification

Benefits

• Three weeks' vacation (four weeks after three years and five weeks after seven years) plus five personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Financial and professional development support for CPA candidates and members
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards program
• Flexible work options
• Performance driven organization with many opportunities for advancement
• Health benefits
• RRSP matching
• Stock option
• Career development opportunities

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