COMPANY BACKGROUND/CULTURE 

Boston Mutual has a long history and culture of dedication to our policyholders, employees, and communities. We are a vast network of skilled talents and prioritize continuing learning and growth for our employees. Boston Mutual understands the importance of supporting and investing in continual learning for employees to equip them better to serve our clients.

There is a true sense of partnership and support throughout the organization where employees are encouraged to contribute, achieve, and grow. Space is held for lasting careers to be built and personalities to shine. Our talent community is comprised of brand champions who believe strongly in their abilities and the company's mission.

Boston Mutual strives to provide a workplace that inspires and challenges employees to bring their best. As a result, we seek out collaborators, problem-solvers, empathetic listeners, team players, inclusive leaders, and decision-makers with backgrounds as diverse as the people we serve.

Our commitment to employee growth, mobility, engagement, and equity throughout the employee experience cannot be understated. We proactively seek professionals willing to step outside their comfort zone to welcome opportunities to gain and grow.

What sets us apart. 

All Boston Mutual employees who interact with our policyholders, our producers, and our BML associates embrace the principles of our brand and service philosophy. We are all brand ambassadors. Both our words and our behaviors matter. We share a common service philosophy and pride ourselves in living the BML brand promises every day, one interaction at a time.

ROLE 

The Director-HRBP role reports to the Vice President of Employee Experience and Engagement. This position is a valued member of the leadership team and will continue to be. The successful candidate will be a true partner with business leaders and management on organizational effectiveness. They will possess considerable abilities to analyze data in addition to an extensive business acumen to collaborate in efficient conflict resolution.

The Director – HRBP will drive talent and business outcomes for defined client groups within Boston Mutual. The successful candidate will work with leaders to interpret business objectives and challenges, collaborating with business leaders and management to implement people-centered initiatives that will improve the business and employee experience. The Director – HRBP will comprehensively administer human resource policies, procedures, and programs. The successful candidate will work intimately with the Director of Enterprise Search and Recruiting to provide assistance on department specific needs as to ensure success in the hiring process.

This role will be responsible for leading with integrity, objectivity, sensitivity, and courage to establish credibility and trust with a diverse client group.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS 

• Serve as a trusted advisor who leads with integrity, respect, high personal standards, and works to build personal credibility and create collaborative and productive working relationships.
• Support the Director of Enterprise Search and Recruiting on all aspects of Talent Acquisition to ensure the company has the quality talent, commitment, and resources it needs to grow the business.
• Partner with business leaders and management on organizational effectiveness, such as ensuring high standard sourcing, addressing team needs, and hiring top talent for critical roles.
• Build relationships with business leaders/people managers on operating/service delivery model of HR - creating a partnership of client deliverables.
• Identify learning opportunities and conduct needs assessment for specific departments in the company.
• Partner with managers to proactively evaluate and address needs within the department.
• Consult with business leaders and management on talent management, such as succession planning and development of high potential talent, as well as recognizing and supporting managers with employee retention issues.
• Collaborate with managers to create personas and accurate job descriptions.
• Leader in building talent strategy and workforce plans that support the achievement of business leaders’ goals and priorities.
• Help educate managers to become early adaptors of corporate initiatives.
• Support organization members by providing ongoing guidance to managers, including performance management, compensation best practices, employee career pathing and development.
• Proactively address employee feedback and escalating to the appropriate team members/leaders.
• Promote a consistent, positive work atmosphere through the communication and administration of Human Resource policies and procedures to increase retention and lower turnover rates.
• Support an on-boarding process that sets new employees up for success.
• Continue to expand on the administration of employee programs such as the Employee Appreciation program in addition to wellness activities.

EDUCATION 

A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is preferred. Certification in HRCI/SHRM is required.