How a hr department is usually structured
An HR (people) department in a company of a few hundred usually has a head of people with HR business partners who support each part of the business, plus specialist teams for talent acquisition, HR operations and payroll, compensation and benefits, and learning. This template shows that structure for about a dozen people.
Business partners face the business
HR business partners usually align to a division or function. Note which one in their title, for example “HRBP, Engineering”, so managers know who to call.
Keep payroll and HR operations close
Payroll errors are the fastest way to lose trust. Make it clear who owns the HR system and who signs off each pay run.