Fractional HR Manager / Director (Contract)

Position Details

Location: NYC
Type: Contract / Fractional
Work Model: Remote-first (Work from Where it Makes Sense – WfWiMS)

Who We Are

livingHR is the remote-first, professional services “work agency” created to make work better. We partner with organizations to deliver human-centric, future-of-work-ready HR-managed services, professional services, and products. We believe in taking exceptional care of our people so they can deliver exceptional outcomes for clients, partners, and communities.

Position Overview

Hybrid opportunity to support one of our clients, part-time for a 6 month project in NYC. This role is ideal for an individual with extensive experience as an HR manager or Head of People. You can expect a blend of tactical HR operations and strategic level work. Opportunity to lead a small team of HRBPs and support an established leadership team.

Deliver hands-on, strategic HR leadership across people operations, compliance, and workforce initiatives while partnering closely with business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver modern, human-centric HR solutions that improve workplace experiences

• Support client engagements with a focus on delivery excellence, strategic alignment, and outcomes

• Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the engagement lifecycle

• Apply consulting, project management, and communication best practices

• Partner with livingHR Principals and client stakeholders to deliver value

• Track billable work and maintain accurate project documentation

• Align people strategies with broader business objectives

People Operations & Core HR

• Lead day-to-day HR operations and compliance

• Implement policies, processes, and manager practices

Workforce Planning & Performance

• Support workforce planning, performance management, and development initiatives

HR Technology & Process Optimization

• Optimize HR systems and workflows to improve efficiency and experience

Role Requirements

• Experience working directly with clients in consulting, professional services, PEOs, or agencies

• Strong internal HR or functional expertise across relevant disciplines

• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, client-facing environment

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and advisory skills

• Comfort working in flexible, project-based engagements

• HR certifications or platform certifications preferred where applicable

• Willingness to travel occasionally as client needs require

What You Can Expect

livingHR engages contract consultants on a project-by-project basis. Engagement timing, scope, and duration vary based on client needs. Consultants may be considered for multiple opportunities over time as part of our long-term talent community.

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