Strong business acumen; able to connect regional performance data to workforce strategy and decisionsComfortable operating within a matrixed reporting structure, balancing priorities between the Senior Director, Human Resources and the Regional DirectorExecutive presence and the ability to influence senior regional leadershipWorking knowledge of multi-state employment lawStrong understanding of M&A HR integration practicesSkilled interviewer, able to assess candidates for key and leadership-level hiresStrong conflict management and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence without direct authoritySelf-directed and motivated, requiring minimal day-to-day supervisionAbility to travel 25-35% of the time, including a minimum of 25% monthly to branch locations. Support wage and hour audits and help maintain compensation programs and pay grades within the regionSupport the development and maintenance of regional training and development programs, partnering with the L&D teamSupport companywide health and wellness initiatives at the regional levelPartner with regional managers and employees to strengthen work relationships, build morale, and improve productivity, employee engagement and retentionMaintain a regular in-branch presence - a minimum of 25% of time monthly - to build relationships and stay close to the business; travel as frequently as business need allowsTake on additional strategic HR initiatives and projects as assigned.