Director, Field HR

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:  

• Benefits that support health, financial security, and personal life needs. Learn more about benefits and eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and more! 
• Paid vacation and paid sick time 
• 401(k) plan with Roth option and company match 
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources to be and do your best 
• Sample Sales and up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper 
• Work life balance and work from home flexibility
• Working with a team who thinks the world of you  

What You’ll Do

As the Director, Field HR, you will serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to our

field team and stores while overseeing a wide range of human resources responsibilities

that drive organizational success. You will shape policies, programs, and culture that

attracts and retains top talent, supports growth, and ensure associates feel engaged and

supported. Your leadership will directly influence employee satisfaction, and the customer

experience in our stores.

This role requires a forward-thinking leader who champions collaboration, inspires

innovation, and effectively balances strategic initiatives with tactical administrative

responsibilities to deliver impactful solutions to complex business challenges while

ensuring compliance. You will lead field HR Managers and oversee employee relations,

succession planning and human resources support of our stores and field leadership.

• Partner with leaders to champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and accountability to create a positive and empowering work environment
• Oversee employee relations, including investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, disciplinary actions, and coaching HR Managers and field leaders through complex employment matters
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and maintain HR policies and procedures that reflect best practices
• Partner closely with field leaders to address complex associate, operational, and organizational matters with timely guidance and practical support
• Lead the annual performance management process, including appraisals, succession planning, and identification of training and development needs
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team while driving operational excellence across all HR functions
• Track and report HR metrics to inform decision-making and measure program effectiveness
• Lead ad hoc projects that advance HR capabilities and organizational objectives

Work Location

This is a fully remote position, with responsibilities that require strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a virtual work environment. Candidates must be located in the Central or Eastern time zones.

Experience & Skills You’ll Bring

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
• Multi-unit retail experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) a plus
• Deep understanding of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and influence senior leadership on complex issues
• Proven success in building strong business partnerships and driving cross-functional collaboration
• Expertise in change management and navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Broad HR experience across multiple disciplines, including organizational development, talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and executive presentation skills
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities with a record of delivering results
• Experience leveraging HR analytics and technology to inform strategy and improve processes
• Occasional travel is required, including the ability to travel on short notice

CA Pay Range is $160,000 to $180,000 annually

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If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the on-line application, please contact the Human Resource Department:

Phone: 1-833-680-2399

Email: hrsupport@worldmarket.com

This email address is only to request reasonable accommodation for the application process due to a medical condition. If you do not need a reasonable accommodation for such reason, please use the apply button below to complete an application and upload your resume.
 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, which depending on your location may include the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of World Market, LLC. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.