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

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.