General Manager - Talent

Acuity Insurance; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Acuity Insurance seeks a General Manager - Talent to lead talent acquisition, performance, and retention within Human Resources. This senior leader shapes HR strategy, ensures legal compliance, and aligns talent initiatives with business goals while fostering a culture of belonging and employee success.

The role reports to the General Counsel/Vice President - Human Resources and drives strategic HR initiatives across the organization, including budgeting, analytics, and policy development for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, organizational behavior, or related field; master’s or certifications preferred.
• Extensive leadership experience in HR talent management with progression into senior roles.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to handle sensitive information.
• Experience in budgeting and resource management; proficiency in HR software, analytics and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with company goals and profitability.
• Establish and enforce HR policies in line with labor laws and industry standards.
• Oversee recruitment to attract top talent and ensure cultural fit.
• Serve as advisor in employee relations, handling conflicts and grievances.
• Oversee performance appraisal and improvement plans; guide managers.
• Design and implement employee training and development programs.
• Plan and oversee employee engagement surveys and dialogues.
• Utilize data and analytics to generate reports for decision‑making.
• Develop and manage HR department budget and resource allocation.
• Lead HR talent personnel and foster high performance.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with documentation.

Skills

Talent strategy

Leadership

HR policy

Employee relations

Performance management

Training & development

Analytics

Budgeting

Talent acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s in HR/BA

Master’s or certifications (SPHR/SHRM-SCP)

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Description

Acuity is seeking a General Manager - Talent to provide strategic leadership and oversight of talent acquisition, performance, and retention within our Human Resources function. This senior-level leadership role will help shape HR strategy, foster employee engagement, and ensure legal compliance while aligning talent operations, policies, and initiatives with overall business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of strategic thinking, leadership expertise, and hands‑on human resources experience to cultivate a positive culture centered on belonging and employee success.

This position reports to the General Counsel/Vice President - Human Resources.

Internal Deadline to Apply: November 16, 2026

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Talent Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with the company's long-term goals and objectives. Collaborate with senior management to ensure human resource initiatives support business growth and profitability.


• Policy Development and Compliance: Establish, update, keep abreast of and enforce human resources policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they align with labor laws, regulations, and industry standards. Proactively address any potential legal issues and minimize risks.


• Talent Acquisition and Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment and selection process to attract and retain top talent. Work with managers to define job requirements and streamline the recruitment process to ensure selection of qualified candidates who align with the organization's values and culture.


• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor and mediator in handling employee relations issues, conflicts, disciplinary actions, and grievances. Strive to maintain a positive work environment and address manager and employee concerns promptly and effectively.


• Performance Management: Oversee performance appraisal and performance improvement plan systems to assess employee performance fairly and objectively. Provide guidance and support to managers to improve employee performance and foster a culture of accountability.


• Training and Employee Development: Design, identify and implement employee training and development programs that enhance skills, productivity, and job satisfaction. Foster a culture of continuous learning and career growth.


• Employee Engagement: Plan and oversee execution of employee dialogues and surveys to assess engagement. Design and oversee talent strategies to engage, develop and retain employees.


• Analytics and Reporting: Utilize data and analytics to generate reports and make informed decisions.


• Budgeting and Resource Management: Develop and manage the human resources department's budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources.


• Talent Team Leadership: Lead and mentor human resources talent personnel, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional development.


• Administration: Oversee human resources administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with documentation requirements.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Regular and predictable attendance.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Behavior or a related field or relevant experience. A master’s degree or current relevant certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) are preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Extensive experience in human resource talent management, with demonstrated progression in leadership roles.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.


• In-depth knowledge of human resources best practices, employment laws, and regulations.


• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.


• Experience in budgeting and resource management.


• Demonstrated success in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development.


• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.


• Proficiency in human resources software, analytics, and reporting.


• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and drive change effectively.

*Acuity does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization.*

This job is classified as exempt.

For this role, Acuity offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous 401(k) contribution, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, and more. A full description of benefits and eligibility will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Acuity will include at least one in‑person interview during the hiring process for all positions.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations to apply or during the interview process, including for in‑person interviews, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]. Acuity is dedicated to offering reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process for qualified individuals.

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