Director, Human Resources Business Partner

Who Are We?

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range

$129,200.00 - $213,200.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

This Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will work closely with two critical technology areas, Cybersecurity and Enterprise Data & Analytics (ED&A), playing a key role in modernizing tech for Travelers. You will partner with the senior leadership teams to influence and drive results for all human resource efforts for assigned customers.

You will partner with our HR Centers of Excellence including Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Enterprise Talent Management, HR Operations and Enterprise D&I to align and execute HR plans that support business plans and strategies. You will provide organization development leadership including human resource planning efforts and oversight and coordination of resources delivered by other HR specialist functions. Directs all human resource activities within the customer group. Stays abreast of social, economic, and other trends that may affect the business or direction of human resources policies and programs and partners with staff responsible for research and development. Manages and sets accountabilities for direct reports, where applicable.

What Will You Do?

• Provides leadership for all human resources efforts within the customer group. Consistently and critically examines the services to ensure alignment with business plan and that delivery is efficient and cost effective.

• Leads the human resources planning effort within the customer groups to ensure that there are adequate numbers of trained staff to accomplish business objectives and that appropriate human resource systems are in place to select, reward, train and motivate staff. Encourages progressive management and leadership characteristics and empowers staff by providing needed tools.

• In conjunction with other human resources staff, participates in the development of necessary policies and practices to ensure that they are consistent with overall corporate direction and in support of customer group plans.

• Establishes and participates in industry and other professional networks to ensure that we are aware of social, economic, and other trends that may affect the business or the direction of human resources policies and programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• Seasoned human resource professional, typically with eight or more years of experience with most experience preferred in a HRBP/generalist position supporting Technology organizations.

• College degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, business, or other related course of study.

• Extensive knowledge of human resources including organization design and development, employee relations, litigation management and avoidance.

• Knowledge of compensation, benefits, training and development, performance management, and talent acquisition.

• Experience with Workday and computer systems preferred.

• Knowledge of property and casualty insurance is helpful.

• Travel required.

What is a Must Have?

• Minimum of five years related work experience, with experience in a HRBP/generalist role.

• Broad knowledge of human resources including organization development, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and talent acquisition.

What Is in It for You?

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.