Senior Human Resources Business Partner

FM; Norwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Health & well-being programs

401(k) and pension plan

Career development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work

Time off allowances

Job summary

FM is seeking an accomplished HR leader to act as a strategic partner to executive and management teams, delivering comprehensive human resources consultation across multiple business segments. You will coach leaders in recruitment, employee relations, development, deployment and retention to strengthen our competitive advantage.

The role requires guiding strategic direction, solving complex people-related challenges, and driving cross-functional initiatives while building collaborative

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of HR experience with a track record of strategic impact.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong consulting and project management skills with ability to influence senior leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; capable of presenting to executives.

Responsibilities

• Builds and drives multi-segment HR strategy and programs.
• Partners with executives to align HR initiatives with business plans.
• Leads planning, recruitment, employee relations, performance management and talent development.
• Advises managers on complex employee relations issues and risk.
• Develops, interprets and implements HR policies and programs.
• Collaborates to deploy corporate-wide HR initiatives.

Skills

HR Strategy

Consulting

Communication

Project Management

Workday

Leadership

Change Management

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Problem-solving

People analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Presentation skills

Employee relations

Talent development

Recruitment strategy

Regulatory knowledge

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Graduate degree or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world’s largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.

Summary

Acts as a strategic business partner to executive, staff and line management by providing comprehensive human resource consultation services that are valuable to diverse business segments. Solves business problems through customized HR based solutions while providing a comprehensive array of personnel management tools and solutions that support strategic objectives. Coaches executives, and managers in recruitment, employee relations, development, deployment and retention of high caliber employees so that FM gains a competitive advantage. Champions employee concerns thus improving their contributions and dedication to the organization. Ability to cultivate partnership. Ability to drive strategic direction. Problem-solving skills. Verbal communication abilities and proficiency in writing. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Leadership skills.

Schedule & Location

This is a full-time office-based position in Norwood, MA. Eligibility for remote work one day per week.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel to Johnston, RI and/or other corporate locations in the US required based on business needs. Overnight domestic travel required. International travel possible and to be determined based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Through the development of business partnerships, creates and drives business plans incorporating HR programs that meet specific needs of diversified multiple business segments.
• Acquires an understanding of business plans, strategies, initiatives, and basic processes of these business segments.
• Participates as a member of the management team in planning and implementing a full range of human resources services. This includes organizational planning, selection and placement, employee relations, performance management, competency modeling, policy interpretation, career path planning, motivation, training and education and process improvements.
• Keeps current on new Human Resources trends and determines the applicability of same within the organization in order to drive FM's HR consulting model.
• Proactively counsels managers on the appropriate handling of complex employee relations issues thereby minimizing financial risk to the company. Investigates and advises both management and employees on individual issues, directing the actions to be taken.
• Formulates, analyzes and interprets HR policies, practices and programs that maximize the potential of all employees of the company while addressing legal, company plan and cultural requirements.
• Creatively partners within the Human Resources organization to develop, achieve and implement corporate wide HR initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Four-year college degree (a blend of education, experience and skills might be considered instead of a degree)

Highly Preferred Education

• Graduate degree or equivalent experience preferred

Required Work Experience

• 10+ years of HR experience
• A blend of education, experience and skills may be considered

Required Skills

• Excellent consulting and project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Excellent ability to coordinate activities with team members and other stakeholders
• Strong work ethic, time management skills and a positive attitude
• Excellent ability to multitask and change priorities with effective results
• Experience with human capital technologies, including Workday
• Well informed of labor market trends and the competitive environment
• Solid knowledge of assessing business challenges, supporting change initiatives, and developing and implementing solutions that meet the needs of the region and employees
• Solid ability to create and present briefings and presentations to large and small groups of peers and executives
• Ability to adapt and change strategy midstream, if needed
• Proven ability to solve complex people related challenges
• Proven ability to demonstrate analytical thinking and applying data to decision making on complex problems
• Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
• Possession of leadership and consulting skills to effectively engage with senior leaders and lead cross functional project teams
• Solid ability to show leadership agility, judgment, and influence
• Solid ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings to convey messages with intended impact

The final salary offer will vary based on individual education, skills, and experience.

The position is eligible to participate in FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes

• incentive plan
• generous health and well-being programs
• a 401(k) and pension plan
• career development opportunities
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible work
• time off allowances

and much more.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.