Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Safety Greater St. Louis, MO Area

The Company is seeking a Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Safety to lead the employee and volunteer experience across a complex, multi-site organization. The role will develop and implement people strategies aligned with organizational priorities, advising executive leadership on organizational design, workforce and succession planning, and change management. Responsibilities include overseeing talent acquisition and development, leadership effectiveness, workplace culture, compensation and benefits, safety, compliance, and HR operations. The SVP will lead and develop the HR and Safety team, strengthen service delivery and HR systems, and use workforce data and employee feedback to guide improvements. The role also promotes an inclusive, people-first culture grounded in trust, well-being, and accountability. Candidates should bring at least 15 years of progressive HR experience, including five years in an executive role, and a record of leading people strategies in complex, multi-site organizations; global experience is preferred. Broad expertise in talent development, organizational design, workforce planning, employee relations, compensation, benefits, HR operations, workplace safety, and employment compliance is required. Strong financial and analytical skills, experience with HR technology and data-informed decisions, and demonstrated success leading change and developing teams are important. Excellent communication, coaching, conflict-resolution, and relationship-building abilities are expected. A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred, and SHRM or SPHR certification is highly desirable. Spanish or Portuguese proficiency is preferred.

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Missouri Botanical Garden