HR Director

About Exegy

Exegy is a global leader in intelligent market data, advanced trading systems, and future-proof technology. Exegy serves as a trusted partner to the complete ecosystem of the buy-side, sell-side, exchanges, and financial services technology firms around the globe. Headquartered in St. Louis with regional offices in North America, the UK/Europe and Asia Pacific, Exegy has the global footprint to deliver world-class support and managed services to its customer base of elite financial market participants.

Position Summary
We’re seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Director to lead and elevate our Regional HR function across the U.S. and Canada. This pivotal role will shape and execute people strategies that align with our mission, values, and business objectives. You’ll oversee all aspects of HR operations including performance management, employee development, leadership coaching, compliance, policy, payroll, and benefits.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, solution-oriented leader with strong prioritization and execution skills. They thrive in autonomous environments, align early with leadership, and anticipate the downstream impact of decisions. With a background in tech-driven or scaling organizations, they value operational efficiency and understand how to leverage tools and automation for impact. Comfortable navigating modern HRIS platforms, project management tools, and AI-enabled workflows while bringing a digital-first mindset to enable teams and optimize processes.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the HR function with vision and purpose, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

• Champion a high-performance culture through effective goal setting, performance management, accountability, and recognition initiatives

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers, aligning HR strategies with organizational objectives

• Partner with leadership on retention and succession strategies

• Deliver regular reports on HR metrics, project status, and organizational health

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Advise managers on effective people practices, team dynamics, accountability, and conflict resolution

• Lead performance management processes including feedback cycles, coaching, and performance improvement plans

• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, ensuring compliance with U.S. and Canadian labor laws

• Act as an advocate and HR business partner, building strong cross-functional relationships to foster trust and transparency

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues and conduct investigations aligned with company policy

Employee Investment

• Design and implement scalable professional development programs that drive satisfaction and growth

• Support managers in development planning and goal setting

• Collaborate with People & Culture and department leaders on training programs to support upskilling and delivery excellence

Policy, Compliance, Programs & Systems

• Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures aligned with legal requirements and global standards

• Continuously review and enhance policies, systems, and practices to meet evolving business and legal needs

• Monitor employment law changes and ensure compliance across federal, state, provincial, and local levels

• Oversee administration of programs including immigration, payroll, benefits, leaves, and safety

• Conduct internal audits of systems and processes to ensure compliance and efficiency

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Serve as a regional liaison within the global HR team to ensure consistency and knowledge-sharing

• Partner with Talent Acquisition on role expectations and onboarding experiences

• Collaborate with People & Culture on engagement, recognition, and culture-building initiatives

• Work with Accounting to improve cross-functional workflows, leveraging automation for accuracy and efficiency

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations and ensure timely, high-quality service delivery

• Lead, mentor, and support the professional development of HR team members

• Conduct coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations for regional HR staff

Our Ideal Candidate Has:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 5 years in HR leadership, preferably in a multi-site or global environment

• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian labor laws and HR best practices

• Demonstrated experience navigating complex employee relations and performance matters

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or advanced certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

• Experience in a global or matrixed HR structure

• Background in tech or engineering-focused environments

Key Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and influencing skills across all levels of an organization

• Sound judgment and discretion in managing sensitive situations

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Experience with OKRs and strategic goal-setting frameworks

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools like Slack, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and modern HRIS platforms