Human Resources Director

VetPartners

. Build the overall organizational HR strategy in coordination with the CEO and COO.

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR strategy development, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, employee onboarding, and benefits administration. Proven ability to lead HR initiatives, build effective teams, and implement AI tools to enhance HR efficiency in a multi-location business environment.

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HR Leadership ExperienceMergers And Acquisitions ExpertiseEmployee OnboardingProject Management SystemsAI Tools Implementation

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Hard Skills

HR Strategy DevelopmentEmployee Payroll ManagementBenefits Program AdministrationCandidate Sourcing And VettingRegulatory ComplianceBudget Development And PlanningProcess AutomationMulti-Location HR ManagementHR Due DiligenceVeterinary Healthcare HR

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetEntrepreneurial SpiritProactive ContributionTeam BuildingEnthusiasm For Veterinary Healthcare

Tools & Technologies

NotionAI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

Veterinary HealthcareEmployee CommunicationsHR EthicsLabor And Employment LawHealthcare-Specific HR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build the overall organizational HR strategy in coordination with the CEO and COO.
Perform HR due diligence and onboarding in support of mergers and acquisitions.
Cultivate vendor relationships and make strategic decisions on platform-wide benefits partners with the CEO and COO.
Oversee the rollout and ongoing administration of platform-wide benefits.
Partner with practice leaders to address staffing needs and direct candidates to practices with open roles.
Provide direct generalist HR support to acquired practices.
Develop the internal HR team, assess staffing needs, and recommend team expansion to the CEO and COO.
Contribute to non-HR initiatives as a senior leader in an early-stage company until roles become more specialized.
Build direct hiring pipelines for veterinarians and support staff, including representing AVP at career fairs, conferences, and industry events.
Identify, implement, and champion AI tools that improve HR efficiency and quality.
Use project management systems such as Notion to plan, track, and document HR projects, including acquisition onboarding, benefits rollouts, and open enrollment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
8+ years of HR leadership experience.
Corporate human resources experience, including building, rolling out, and maintaining employee payroll and benefits programs.
Experience working for a multi-location business operating across multiple states; this is required.
Understanding of HR functions in mergers and acquisitions, including HR due diligence and employee onboarding.
Experience sourcing, vetting, and onboarding candidates.
Agile, enthusiastic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to contribute proactively to a rapidly growing startup where internal frameworks are actively being built and refined.
Enthusiasm for building and leading your own “dream team” HR department.
Understanding of HR ethics and professionalism, labor and employment law, budget development and planning, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to build and execute scalable processes and systems within a growing organization.
Extensive knowledge of AI tools and their practical application to HR functions, such as recruiting, onboarding, employee communications, and process automation.
Experience with project management systems, including Notion.
A love of animals and an appreciation for the mission of veterinary healthcare companies and healthcare workers.
Preferred: experience in healthcare-specific human resources, particularly veterinary healthcare.
Advanced HR certifications are preferred but not required, including SHRM-CP/SCP and PHR/SPHR.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Options
Unlimited/Flexible PTO
401(k) + up to 6% company match
Remote Opportunity