Director of Human Resources

Breakaway Music Festival

Director of Human Resources leading people strategy at Breakaway Group, a multimedia company for music festivals. Overseeing employee experience, talent acquisition, and organizational development.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with Breakaway’s business objectives and growth plans.
Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement, and culture.
Lead the continued evolution of the company’s HR function, systems, policies, and processes to support scalability.
Build and maintain a high-performance culture that reflects Breakaway’s values and supports employee success.
Utilize people analytics and workforce data to inform decision-making and organizational planning.
Lead major company initiatives and events alongside other key stakeholders, such as the company's annual end-of-year summit
Provide guidance and leadership on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, performance management, and employee engagement.
Lead performance review processes, succession planning, leadership development, and talent management programs.
Coach managers and leaders on employee development, organizational effectiveness, and people management best practices.
Develop initiatives that support employee retention, engagement, and professional growth.
Oversee compensation structures, salary benchmarking, bonus programs, and total rewards strategy.
Manage company healthcare, retirement, and additional benefits programs.
Partner with brokers and vendors to ensure competitive, compliant, and cost-effective offerings.
Lead annual benefits renewals, compensation reviews, and employee communications regarding total rewards.
Oversee and process payroll operations for employees and contractor payments through Rippling.
Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of wages, bonuses, reimbursements, and deductions.
Ensure employee records, HR documentation, and reporting are maintained accurately and efficiently.
Drive process improvements that enhance operational effectiveness and employee experience.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across all operating markets.
Maintain HR policies, employee handbook materials, and required employment documentation.
Oversee workplace investigations, compliance training programs, and risk mitigation initiatives.
Partner with legal counsel and external advisors as needed on employment-related matters.
Build and lead the HR function as the organization grows.
Develop HR team capabilities, processes, and best practices.
Foster strong cross-functional partnerships across all departments.
Serve as a trusted resource and advocate for both employees and leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive human resources experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Experience leading HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, compensation, benefits, and compliance functions.
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and multi-state compliance requirements.
Experience managing payroll, HR systems, and people operations infrastructure.
Demonstrated success building scalable HR programs and processes in growing organizations.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to influence and partner effectively with executives and department leaders.
High level of discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
Experience in startup, entertainment, media, live events, hospitality, or high-growth environments.
Experience supporting a distributed and contractor-heavy workforce.
Experience with Rippling or similar modern HRIS platforms.
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification.
Experience building and leading HR teams through periods of rapid organizational growth.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with employer matching
Paid Vacation Plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

human resources managementemployee relationstalent managementcompensation managementbenefits administrationpayroll managementpeople analyticsorganizational designperformance managementcompliance

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationrelationship-buildinginfluencingconfidentialitycoachingstrategic advisingorganizational effectivenessemployee engagementcross-functional collaboration

Certifications

SHRM-SCPSPHR