Fractional CHRO (Contract)

This position is part of livingHR’s talent community. By applying, you are expressing interest in joining our network of trusted professionals who partner with us on a contract basis when client project needs arise. This is not an immediate or guaranteed opening. Engagements are project-based, and livingHR will reach out when an opportunity aligns with your experience, availability, and location.

Position Details

Location: Remote (FL, CO, IL, MA, NH, RI, ME, CT, GA, SC, NC, TX)

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

Provide executive-level HR leadership to CEOs, Boards, and executive teams, guiding people strategy, organizational transformation, and scalable growth initiatives.

Universal Responsibilities (Applies To All Contract Consultants)

• 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

Specialty Focus Areas

People Strategy & Executive Advisory

• Advise CEOs and Boards on people strategy and organizational effectiveness
• Align talent, culture, and operating models with business objectives
• Guide leadership through transformation, growth, and change

Org Design & Workforce Planning

• Design organizational structures aligned to strategy
• Lead workforce planning and succession initiatives

Total Rewards & Governance

• Advise on executive compensation, incentives, and governance practices

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.