Director of HR Strategy

At Honeycomb, we're not just building technology , we’re reshaping the future of insurance. 

In 2025, Honeycomb  was ranked by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces,” and Calcalist named it as a “Top 50 Israel startup.” 

How did we earn these honors?

Honeycomb is a rapidly growing global startup, generously backed by top-tier investors and powered by an exceptional team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers. Dual-headquartered in Chicago and Tel Aviv (R&D center), and with 5 offices across the U.S., we are reinventing the commercial real estate insurance industry, an industry long overdue for disruption. Just as importantly, we ensure every employee feels deeply connected to our mission and one another.

With over $55B in insured assets, Honeycomb operates across 18 major states, covering 60% of the U.S. population and increasing its coverage.

If you’re looking for a place where innovation is celebrated, culture actually means something, and smart people challenge you to be better every day -  Honeycomb might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

What You’ll Do

As we continue our expansion in the US, we are looking for a strategic and visionary HR Director to lead our human resources initiatives. This role is instrumental in developing and executing HR strategies that align with our global objectives while catering to the unique needs of our growing US team. Reporting directly to the VP of HR, the HR Director will oversee all HR functions across the United States, ensuring a strong people strategy that supports business growth, talent development, and a positive workplace culture.

Basic Requirements

• 3-5+ years of senior-level HR leadership experience in fast-paced, high-growth technology or startup environments.
• Proven success in strategic HR planning, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and business acumen, with a track record of aligning HR initiatives closely with organizational objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills, capable of building strong relationships at all organizational levels.
• Experience with Agile HR methodologies and performance frameworks is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or MA/MS) preferred.
• The role is based in Chicago, IL, with a hybrid work model (3 days in the office)

Beyond the Resume: A Culture Champion

• You're a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• You possess a strong sense of integrity and a commitment to fairness and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives.
• You're a data-driven decision-maker who leverages HR analytics to inform strategic decisions.
• You're a continuous learner with a desire to stay abreast of the latest HR trends and best practices.

Benefit & Compensation:

• Salary Range: $160K - $190K (Pending Experience)
• Health Benefits
• Employee options grant 
• 401K  
• Flexible paid time off
• Paid national holidays