Vice President, People & Culture

Meridian International Center

. Lead organization-wide transformation initiatives that modernize operations, strengthen leadership, and build resilience .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in HR leadership, organizational transformation, and data-driven decision-making, with a strong focus on talent strategy, performance management, and compliance with employment laws. Proven ability to partner with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR Leadership ExperienceOrganizational TransformationHR AnalyticsChange LeadershipEmployment Law Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Data-Driven Decision-MakingPerformance ManagementTalent Strategy DevelopmentCompensation AdministrationSuccession PlanningOrganizational DesignDigital ModernizationHR Technology ImplementationWorkforce PlanningAI-Enabled Recruitment

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInfluenceExecutive PresenceConflict Resolution

Tools & Technologies

HR Information SystemsTalent Analytics ToolsAutomation StrategiesPredictive AnalyticsOperational Dashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant HR Certifications

Industry Keywords

Employment LawHR Best PracticesOrganizational ChangeEmployee RelationsPerformance Prediction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead organization-wide transformation initiatives that modernize operations, strengthen leadership, and build resilience
Serve as the primary strategic advisor to the CEO on workforce priorities using data analytics
Provide reporting, insights, and recommendations for executive decision-making and board-level strategy
Build a talent strategy supporting future leaders, high-potential employees, and changing organizational needs
Advise the CEO and executive team on succession planning and leadership development
Lead compensation philosophy, salary administration, job architecture, benefits, and total rewards
Oversee performance management and align compensation with employee performance
Establish professional development approaches to build skills, support employee growth, and improve retention
Partner with leadership to build trust and a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Lead data-driven recruitment using automation, AI-enabled sourcing, and predictive analytics
Forecast staffing needs, identify critical roles, and attract talent
Design and implement AI-enabled workflows, automation strategies, and intelligent HR systems
Introduce tools for talent analytics, performance prediction, workforce planning, and operational dashboards
Embed emerging technologies into recruitment, onboarding, learning, engagement, and performance management
Modernize HR policies, processes, and infrastructure
Optimize onboarding, compensation, and performance-management systems
Ensure HR policies and practices comply with employment laws and HR best practices
Oversee HR information systems, data governance, and reporting
Lead and develop a three-person HR team and oversee payroll and benefits administration
Lead employee relations, proactive conflict resolution, complex investigations, organizational changes, and sensitive employee matters
Build trusted relationships across the executive team and navigate complex organizational issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including executive-level responsibility
Demonstrated success leading organizational transformation, digital modernization, or large-scale operational redesign
Expertise in HR analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision-making
Proven ability to partner directly with CEOs, boards, and senior executives
Strong command of organizational design, change leadership, and organization-wide strategy
In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and HR technology and systems
Exceptional leadership, communication, influence, and executive presence
Advanced degree preferred
Relevant certifications a plus
All employees must reside in DC, Maryland, or Virginia
Resume and cover letter required; submissions missing either document will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Voluntary benefits
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions