HR Director Jobs in Massachusetts

HR Director jobs in Massachusetts are open across Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham and other Massachusetts metros, with employers like Tufts University, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles245+
Top employerTufts University
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring56
Work type73% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Commercial HR Director
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Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Commercial HR Director
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Waltham, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Compensation & Benefits
$146k - $194k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Scholar Rock
Sr. Director, HR Business Partner
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Sr. Director, HR Business Partner
Scholar Rock
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$265k - $300k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Scholar Rock
Sr. Director, HR Business Partner
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Scholar Rock
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Sr. Director, HR Business Partner
Scholar Rock
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$265k - $300k/yr
On-Site
None

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Viridian Therapeutics
Associate Director, HR Operations
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Viridian Therapeutics
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Associate Director, HR Operations
Viridian Therapeutics
Waltham, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Compliance & Legal
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$163k - $200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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SharkNinja
Director, Human Resources Business Partner
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Director, Human Resources Business Partner
SharkNinja
Needham, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$164k - $258k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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HR Director Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
97 jobs
Cambridge
20 jobs
Waltham
17 jobs
Medford
10 jobs
Framingham
8 jobs
Worcester
8 jobs
Amherst
7 jobs
Burlington
4 jobs
Charlestown
3 jobs

HR Director Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Tufts University
    Tufts University14
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
    Beth Israel Lahey Health9
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute8
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst
    University of Massachusetts Amherst8
  • Boston Medical Center
    Boston Medical Center7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education68
  • Healthcare & Medical Services54
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals39
  • Consulting & Professional Services25
  • Science & Research15

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in HR director jobs across Massachusetts.

  • 8 or more years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated expertise in employment law, compliance, and HR policy development
  • Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred
  • Proven ability to develop and execute talent acquisition and retention strategies

HR Director Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How many HR director jobs are there in Massachusetts?

There are 245+ HR director openings in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham. New positions post regularly as employers across Massachusetts hire.

How much do HR directors make in Massachusetts?

HR directors in Massachusetts earn a median of about $181,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,990 for the lowest 10% to over $315,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most HR director jobs?

Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham have the most HR director openings in Massachusetts right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire HR directors in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring HR directors in Massachusetts include Tufts University, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote HR director jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes. About 27% of HR director openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Massachusetts metros.

How do I apply for HR director jobs in Massachusetts?

You can apply to HR director jobs in Massachusetts directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Massachusetts location, then apply to each one that fits.

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