Human Resources Business Partner

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company in Wisconsin seeks an HR Business Partner to advise leaders on talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. You will partner with leaders to build high-performing teams, drive engagement, and position the business for growth.

relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates. This role offers hybrid or remote work; candidates near Milwaukee or Madison can collaborate in person, while others may work remotely

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge when needed.
• A data informed mindset, with the ability to use insights to guide decisions.
• Sound judgment and comfort navigating ambiguity and complex situations.
• Solid business acumen and a bias for practical, results oriented solutions.
• A genuine interest in building inclusive, high performing teams.
• The ability to balance business needs with thoughtful HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Trusted Partnership with Leaders: align people strategies with business initiatives using data and insights.
• Talent, Performance & Growth: support succession planning, talent reviews, and performance conversations.
• Change & Organizational Evolution: manage transitions with thoughtful people-centered plans and data-backed solutions.
• Lead and mentor other HRBPs as needed for the Senior level, shaping talent strategies across the org.

Skills

Partnership building

Data-informed mindset

Business acumen

Change management

Communication

Leadership support

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

SHRM-CP / PHR certification (nice to have)

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner

Job Locations

US-WI-West Bend | US-WI-Madison | US-MO-Kansas City

Company Overview

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We're committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

As an HR Business Partner, you'll serve as a strategic advisor to business leaders, helping shape the future of the organization through talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. You'll partner closely with leaders to develop high-performing teams, drive employee engagement, and ensure the business is positioned for continued growth and success.

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This position is eligible for relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.

Work Location

This position offers a hybrid or remote work schedule. Candidates who are located within 50 miles of our West Bend or Madison, WI office locations will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events. Those outside of a 50-mile radius would be eligible for a remote opportunity.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

If you're an HR professional who thrives in business strategy and talent, this role may be for you.

We're looking for an HR Business Partner (HRBP) who brings a track record of strategic partnership, workforce planning, and forward-thinking talent strategies. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, helping them anticipate future workforce needs, build organizational capability, and navigate change with confidence.

In this role, you'll leverage data, insight, and business acumen to shape talent strategies, strengthen leadership effectiveness, and ensure the organization is prepared for what comes next.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Trusted Partnership with Leaders

You'll work directly with business leaders to align people strategies with business initiatives. You'll bring forward insights from data, identify trends, and challenge assumptions to help leaders make informed, forward-looking decisions around workforce planning, org design, and talent.

Talent, Performance & Growth

You'll support leaders with succession planning, talent reviews, and performance conversations. You'll use talent data and trends to identify risks, inform development strategies, and help leaders focus on what will move the needle.

Change & Organizational Evolution

Change is constant, and you'll help leaders manage it well. From assessing impact, anticipating risks, and shaping thoughtful, people-centered plans, you'll support transitions that are thoughtful, clear, and people centered. You'll partner closely with HR Centers of Excellence to bring forward solutions grounded in both data and real business needs.

HR Business Partner or Senior HR Business Partner

We are open to hiring at the HR Business Partner or Senior HR Business Partner level based on demonstrated ability to influence business outcomes and operate at a strategic level.

At the Senior HRBP level, this role expands in scope and influence. In addition to the responsibilities above, you will serve as a leader within the HR function, mentoring and guiding other HRBPs, strengthening team effectiveness, and helping elevate how we partner across the organization.

Senior HRBPs take greater ownership in shaping talent strategies and organizational outcomes. You will bring forward insights, identify trends, and influence decisions at a broader level, while helping leaders connect people strategies to business priorities and drive meaningful cultural and operational results.

What You Bring - HR Business Partner

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role
• Strong communication and relationship building skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge when needed
• A data informed mindset, with the ability to use insights to guide decisions
• Sound judgment and comfort navigating ambiguity and complex situations
• Solid business acumen and a bias for practical, results oriented solutions
• A genuine interest in building inclusive, high performing teams
• The ability to balance business needs with thoughtful HR practices

What You Bring - Senior HR Business Partner

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years operating as an HR Business Partner or in a similar capacity
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to business priorities and measurable outcomes
• Proven ability to influence decisions and drive outcomes with senior leaders, even without direct authority
• Demonstrated experience shaping and executing talent strategies, organizational design, and change initiatives
• Strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into action and decision making
• Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity with confidence, bringing structure and clarity where needed
• A proactive, results oriented approach with a focus on driving meaningful outcomes
• Experience mentoring or guiding other HR professionals and contributing to overall team effectiveness
• Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, high performing workplace

Education & Credentials (Applies to Both Levels)

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification is a plus

Additional for Senior HR Business Partner

• Certification in Change Management (e.g., Prosci) and/or Organizational Development is a plus

Salary Statement

The salary range for this position is $86,470-$136,790.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:

• Medical & Prescription Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates
• Bonus eligible based on performance
• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.