JAMES BRITT
Snellville,GA
Summary
Dynamic and strategic global Human Resources Executive with over 20 years of experience leading transformative HR initiatives across North America, EMEA, and LATAM. Proven ability to align human capital strategies with business objectives in diverse industries including real estate, financial services, and manufacturing. Adept at M&A integration, talent development, organizational design, and change leadership. Recognized as a trusted advisor to senior executives and a catalyst for sustainable growth, performance, and employee engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Human Resources
Portman Holdings
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as strategic HR partner to the COO and Executive Team, overseeing corporate and subsidiary HR operations.
- Lead enterprise-wide transformation efforts including change management, workforce planning, and cultural integration.
- Own full-cycle HR operations: compensation, benefits, retirement plans, compliance, and talent acquisition.
- Drive talent strategy to support rapid growth, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
Director, Human Resources
Fiserv
Atlanta, GA
01.2014 - 12.2021
- Partnered with Group President and senior executives to design and execute HR strategy for 2,500+ employees.
- Directed a team of four HR professionals delivering services across operations, global sales, IT, and risk management.
- Led pre- and post-merger HR integration with Bank of America Merchant Services, supporting complex organizational change.
- Introduced a market-competitive sales compensation program that improved sales talent acquisition and retention.
- Championed employee engagement through redesign of 360 Feedback and launch of Employee Resource Groups.
Director of Human Resources
Amtico International
Atlanta, GA
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Oversaw HR for North American operations, including manufacturing, sales, and support divisions.
- Developed leadership development programs and strengthened compliance practices across regional offices.
- Played a lead role in HR due diligence and integration planning during international expansion initiatives.
Corporate HR Manager
McKesson Corporation
San Francisco, CA
Corporate & Employee Relations Manager
Coca-Cola Enterprises
Atlanta, GA
Human Resources Manager
The Limited Brand
Columbus, OH
- Held progressive leadership roles managing employee relations, organizational development, labor negotiations, and HR compliance for Fortune 500 companies.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Development
Villanova University
Villanova, PABachelor of Business Administration - Management
Mercer University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Global HR Strategy & Leadership
- M&A Integration / Organizational Change
- Talent Management & Succession Planning
- Performance & Engagement Strategies
- HR Operations & Compliance (USA, EMEA, LATAM)
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
- Compensation & Benefits Design
- Employee Relations / Labor Negotiations
- HR Technology & Analytics (SaaS, HRIS)
- Executive Coaching & Leadership Development
Certification
- SHRM Certification (Clarify: SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP)
- Certificate in Human Resources Management (Please confirm correct program title)
Timeline
Head of Human Resources
Portman Holdings
01.2022 - Current
Director, Human Resources
Fiserv
01.2014 - 12.2021
Director of Human Resources
Amtico International
01.2008 - 12.2014
Corporate HR Manager
McKesson Corporation
Corporate & Employee Relations Manager
Coca-Cola Enterprises
Human Resources Manager
The Limited Brand
Master of Science - Human Resources Development
Villanova University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Mercer University