Sr. Human Resources Business Partner (Hybrid - In Office 10 days/Month)

We are adding a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner to our team!  This is a hybrid position requiring individuals to work in office 10 days per month; or as needed for business needs.  

Who We Are:

Since 1909, National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) has been one of America’s most successful and highly rated independent life insurance companies. We specialize in a suite of innovative products for life’s journey, giving people the financial stability, careful guidance and peace of mind to lead a life filled with confidence, dignity and grace.

NGL's Core Values – integrity, dependability, collaboration, compassion and growth are a foundation of our company and help to build on the interactions we have with our policyholders, partners, funeral homes and each other. We believe in creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to live their best, most authentic self. We offer Employee Resource Groups for employees to get involved, learn, network, and offer professional and personal development opportunities.

With over 100 years of experience, our passion is to serve people. Learn more. 

A Day in the Life:

The Senior Human Resource Business Partner acts as a strategic liaison between HR and business leadership, aligning people strategies with organizational goals. This position develops partnerships across the organization to deliver value-added service to leaders and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. This position enhances productivity and performance by driving talent management, addressing complex employee relations issues, and coaching leaders and employees.

Primary Responsibilities: 

Strategic HR Guidance

• Implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business objectives that directly support company growth.
• Assist in driving organizational change initiatives while ensuring alignment with NGL’s culture and business strategy.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs and policies. Provides trend data to CHRO for review and discussion.
• Partner with leaders of assigned business functions to provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Advise leaders through organizational changes while fostering positive company culture.
• Identify training needs for business units. Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success, and follow up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Contribute to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department.
• Research, develop and propose policy updates, new policies and/or update procedures/guidelines to support growing and evolving organization, ensuring they remain up to date and in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Employee Relations

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with leaders and employees to address employee concerns and conflicts in a fair and compassionate manner, improve work relationships, build morale, and increase retention, promoting a culture of open communication and teamwork.
• Support NGL leaders and employees by providing HR guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring consistent policy application.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
• Mentor Human Resources staff to ensure achievement of department objectives while promoting career growth and development.
• May assist with recruiting for assigned groups, ensuring timely completion of hiring and onboarding activities including but not limited to issuing letters, completing new hire compliance activities and ensuring robust new hire onboarding.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential to Your Success:

•    Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to effectively influence and persuade
•    Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across 

      departments
•    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•    Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
•    Proven, effective leadership skills within the HR department, as well as within the company’s leadership team 
•    Proven evidence of practicing a high level of confidentiality and professional demeanor in order to ensure

     credibility among leaders
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using a consultative style with an ability to be creative
•    Strong working knowledge and experience with federal and state employment laws and compliance

      requirements
•    Ability to identify potential problems, assess consequences and effectively implement solutions
•    Ability to effectively juggle multiple issues at once, keeping all aspects of each on track
•    Ability to analyze data, identify workforce trends and develop solutions
•    Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation

      practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors
•    Ability to lead change, adjust strategy and alter course as needed
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education Requirements:

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
  
• Preferred: Human Resources Certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) preferred.

Years of Experience:

• A minimum of ten years of progressive Human Resources experience with a minimum of seven years of experience demonstrating strategic business partner work and resolving complex employee relations issues required.
• HRBP experience supporting IT preferred. 

What We Offer:

At NGL, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay and benefits designed to offer solutions to help meet your unique life needs.

Benefits:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off growing to 25 days after 5 years
• 11 Paid Holidays (10 company holidays and 1 personal holiday of your choice)
• Health care, dental and vision plans
• Up to $1,500 (Family) or $1,000 (Single) annually towards a Health Savings Account 
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match up to 9%
• Paid Sabbatical after 8 years
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• And much more!
  

Click here to learn more about our comprehensive Total Rewards program.

NGL is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact hrmadison@nglic.com.