Explore HR Leader Jobs

Discover senior human resources opportunities for experienced professionals ready to shape workforce strategy and lead people-focused teams. Ladders features vetted HR leadership jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles at organizations seeking strategic, results-oriented leaders.

What HR Leaders Do

HR leaders guide the programs and policies that help organizations attract, develop, and retain talent. Depending on the role and company, responsibilities may include workforce planning, recruiting strategy, compensation and benefits, employee relations, learning and development, organizational design, and HR operations. They also advise executives on people-related decisions and help align talent initiatives with business goals.

Common HR Leadership Titles

Roles in this category may include Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Chief People Officer, Vice President of Human Resources, HR Director, Head of People, and senior leaders in talent acquisition, total rewards, or people operations. Titles and scope vary by organization, industry, and company size.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a strong record leading HR teams and initiatives, sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to connect people strategy with business outcomes. Experience with employment practices, change management, talent development, HR technology, and data-informed decision-making may also be valuable. Requirements differ across roles, so review each listing for details.

Find Your Next HR Leadership Role

Browse vetted HR leader opportunities on Ladders and explore positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information to find roles aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$131K - $180K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise pricing by managing the implementation of a modern pricing platform, ensuring seamless integration across departments while driving governance, change management...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $233K *

Empower the future of real-world analytics by leading programming activities for observational studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables through collaboration with cross-functional teams and innovat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion the execution of facility capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance with educational policies while coordinating with stakeholders to minimize disruption and maintain project schedule...

Cary, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $220K *

Lead transformative technology programs by defining goals, managing dependencies, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive operational excellence and m...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Lead complex technology programs, aligning deliverables with strategic goals while managing cross-functional dependencies. Drive operational excellence through effective governance, risk management, a...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Champion cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals. Lead initiatives from planning to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget wh...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $272K *

Unlock potential by leading global regulatory strategies for immunology projects, ensuring compliance and optimizing product approvals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of oncology by leading biologics process development and manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and quality in clinical-stage products, while mentoring scientist...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Epic systems through installation, configuration, and maintenance, ensuring seamless operation and support for both physical and virtual environments across...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$162K - $220K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive oncology product growth. Collaborate with key stakeholders to address customer needs and market dynamics while ensuring compliance and delivering results...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $292K *

Elevate patient outcomes by leading global evidence strategies that showcase the value of therapies. Collaborate across functions to drive research programs, influence decision-making, and ensure scie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize operations for a centralized intake team, ensuring efficient referral processing across multiple services. Drive performance improvements, staff development, and cross-functional c...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer support operations by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing team performance, and leveraging AI technologies to elevate the customer experience and improve...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $223K *

Transform territory management by leading sales initiatives, building client relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve growth and profitability targets in the healthcare sector...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Drive sales success by providing technical support and presentations to secure new business and enhance customer integration with established products, ensuring alignment with sales plans through effe...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Elevate sales success by providing technical support and presentations to secure new business and enhance customer integration. Collaborate with teams to analyze needs and troubleshoot products, ensur...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing technical and sales support, enhancing customer integration, and driving product utilization. Collaborate with sales teams to secure new business and troubles...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $270K *

Join a team that's redefining biostatistics in clinical development. You will lead statistical strategy across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring excellence in design, analysis, and reporting while...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that provides technical and sales support to enhance customer integration and product utilization, driving new business and ensuring successful implementation through expert consulting and...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Analyze and optimize public health programs by coordinating project activities, evaluating operational enhancements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to improve health outcomes for af...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Engage healthcare providers to promote innovative cancer screening technologies. Drive sales through relationship-building and strategic collaboration, ensuring successful integration of products into...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $92K *

Transform research funding processes by managing grant activities, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to departments. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets and navigate proposal su...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$174K - $261K *

Transform digital commerce by leading SAP Commerce Cloud engineering initiatives. Drive innovation, scalability, and seamless customer experiences while mentoring a high-performing team and collaborat...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Lead and manage large-scale technical programs, driving AI security solutions and ensuring cross-functional alignment. Oversee system design, risk management, and continuous improvement to deliver imp...

Bentonville, ARRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$225K - $295K *

Transform your career by leading global logistics and fulfillment strategies. Drive efficiency in inventory management, optimize costs, and enhance service levels while collaborating with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an HR leader do?question toggle

    An HR leader sets or guides people strategy and oversees areas such as talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, development, and HR operations. The exact responsibilities depend on the organization and role.

  • What job titles are included in HR leadership?question toggle

    Common titles include Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief People Officer, VP of Human Resources, HR Director, Head of People, and senior roles focused on talent, total rewards, or people operations.

  • What qualifications are typically required for HR leader jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial HR experience, leadership ability, sound knowledge of people practices, and a record of connecting HR initiatives to organizational goals. Some positions may require specific industry or functional expertise.

  • What is the typical salary for an HR leader?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on seniority, location, industry, company size, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for available salary details.

  • Where can I find HR leader jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore HR leadership listings on Ladders to find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare roles by responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.