About the roleWe are looking for a thoughtful, people-first HR Director to lead our HR function. This is a hands-on generalist role for someone who thrives at the intersection of compliance, employee relations, and business operations, and who leads by example: sharing knowledge freely, investing in their team, and building trust at every level of the organization.
What you'll doOrganizational Development & Leadership- Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with company goals
- Design and deliver training programs that build manager capability and employee skills
- Lead change management efforts and internal HR communications
Employee Relations- Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture
- Coach managers on performance management, corrective action, and documentation best practices
- Lead investigations into complaints, grievances, and disciplinary matters with impartiality and care
Business Administration & HR Operations- Own core HR operations: onboarding/offboarding, benefits, leave management, compensation, and HRIS administration
- Administer and optimize Rippling (HRIS + ATS) - workflows, reporting, data integrity, and recruitment pipeline management
- Use HR data and metrics to surface trends and deliver actionable insights to leadership
Compliance & Employment Law- Ensure compliance with federal, California, and local employment laws (CFRA, FMLA, FEHA, WARN, wage & hour, etc.)
- Maintain HR policies, the employee handbook, and required training programs; partner with legal counsel as needed
- Monitor regulatory changes and proactively update practices to stay ahead of risk
Qualifications- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with 2-3+ years at the Manager or Director level
- Deep knowledge of California employment law - wage & hour, FEHA, CFRA/FMLA, WARN (non-negotiable)
- Proven experience managing employee relations investigations and complex HR matters
- Experience managing a team of HR direct reports
- Strong business acumen; able to be both a strategic partner and a hands-on executor
- Exceptional interpersonal skills - approachable, empathetic, and trusted across all levels
- A coaching mindset: someone who shares knowledge generously and invests in the growth of others
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
Nice to have- Rippling (HRIS/ATS) experience strongly preferred
- Background in B2B SaaS or tech at a mid-sized company (50-300 employees)
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
- Familiarity with financial services or the mortgage industry
Why Join Us?- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company funded match.
- Mission-driven company with a 45+ year legacy and industry-leading products trusted by thousands of lenders.
- Collaborative, supportive team known for long tenure, deep expertise, and a culture built on trust and integrity.
- Help modernize and evolve the leading platform in private lending technology.
- Beautiful Huntington Beach office with a tight-knit culture.
- Competitive compensation and room for professional growth.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Generous PTO.
- Modern workspace with on-site amenities.
- Awesome company Christmas party.
The pay range for this role is:
160,000 - 180,000 USD per year (Huntington Beach, CA)
