HR Business Partner

Acrisure; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Acrisure is seeking a proactive HR Business Partner to serve as a liaison between HR and business units, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. You will drive employee engagement, develop talent, and lead change across a distributed workforce.

The role requires strong business acumen, interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence leaders to implement HR strategies for a high-performance culture. On-site collaboration is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in progressive HR with geographically distributed employees.
• 1+ year supporting customer experience functions.
• Working knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and org behavior.
• Experience in workforce planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify talent opportunities and workforce implications for client groups.
• Inform HR priorities and evaluate demand for HR offerings.
• Execute HR solutions and capabilities.
• Partner with Hiring and TA to fill positions and onboard new hires.
• Support change management and employee relations guidance.
• Develop and execute HR strategies with leadership for changes.
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Assist in compensation discussions with leadership.

Skills

Influence stakeholders

Cross-functional collaboration

Employee relations

Change management

HR policies

Talent management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-SCP or SPHR (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office (PP, Excel, Word, Teams)

Job description

Job Description

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.

In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

Job Summary:

We’re in search of a dynamic HR professional that enjoys pursuing ambitious goals and winning with a team to join us as a HRBP. In this role, you will be a proactive liaison between HR and the business. These HR professionals are expected to develop a deep understanding of the business and ensure that HR helps the business make an impact. You’ll serve as an informed and trusted advisor and change agent, supporting organizational goals and employee engagement.

This role requires solid business acumen, effective interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn and determination to drive HR strategies that support a high-performance culture.

Responsibilities:

• Identify the most pressing talent opportunities and challenges for respective client group(s) and ensure the workforce implications are reflected in business plan.
• Inform HR priorities; evaluate demand for new or adjusted HR offerings from business or trends.
• Execute existing and new HR solutions and capabilities.
• Partner on hiring and development and advancement of team members; this includes working with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to fill open positions, onboard new hires and build strong pipelines.
• Explore external trends in the marketplace and make recommendations on how those could affect internal employees.
• Take a proactive approach to Employee Relations, and make recommendations by providing guidance, interpreting policy and issue resolution.
• Work with leadership and the broader HR community to develop and execute HR strategies that support the successful integration of organizational changes, including strategic, structural, technological, and people-oriented changes.
• Help manage change and uncertainty among employees, providing guidance and support throughout transitions. This involves communication, alignment, and employee involvement to facilitate the change journey.
• Facilitate cultural integration processes by identifying cultural differences, fostering open dialogue, and implementing activities to build a cohesive and inclusive environment.
• Actively participate in ensuring smooth and efficient onboarding for new hires and offboarding experiences for departing employees.
• Focus on retaining key talent by identifying critical individuals and implementing strategies to keep them motivated and committed to the organization. This might involve recommending retention plans, compensation changes, and growth opportunities.
• Participate in the evaluation of individual or unique roles as part of the larger business and help address each role’s relative value to ensure that employees are compensated fairly and competitively. Partner with the Compensation team and the Sr. Director of HR to recommend the right balance between base salary, bonuses, and other incentives.
• Help identify and develop high-potential employees, and work with key partners to ensure there are leaders in place to fill critical roles in the future.
• Collaborate with managers to create career development opportunities for employees, fostering a culture of growth and advancement.
• May also be involved in designing and delivering training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
• Help managers implement performance management systems, ensuring that employees are regularly evaluated and given feedback.
• Maintain transparency and open communication channels to keep employees informed, address concerns, and manage expectations to minimize anxiety and build trust.
• Acts as a steward of the organization’s HR policies and procedures. These responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks, including gathering feedback and running audits to keep HR data and services effective and efficient.
• Act as an informed advisor to leaders, providing coaching and support as they navigate the complexities and lead their teams through change.
• Foster collaboration, cross-functional partnerships, and professional networking within the HR function and across the broader organization.
• Listen to the problems of the business, challenge business leader assumptions, inform and/or educate leaders about the talent implications of decisions, and then recommend alternate explanations and ideas.
• Reprioritize actions for immediate implementation of ad-hoc topics or assignments.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; or a recognized equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 or more years in progressive HR with geographically distributed employee populations
• 1 or more years supporting customer experience functions (client and account management, customer service, claims management, etc.)
• Working knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and organizational behavior
• Learning or have some practice or experience facilitating workforce planning processes
• Familiarity with facilitating talent management processes, such as talent reviews and succession planning
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, build strong cross-functional relationships, and communicate effectively with employees, leaders, and executives at all levels of an organization
• Proven experience managing moderate to high complexity employee relations issues and driving change
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification
• Experience working in Finance or Insurance industry
• Familiarity with Workday
• Proficiency in Microsoft products (PP, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)

Pay Details:

The base compensation range for this position is $84,405 - $142,743. This range reflects Acrisure’s good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children’s Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.
• … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [e-mail].

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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