What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Human Resources position at THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY?
DESCRIPTION of a Human Resources Generalist Role at Travelers
About Us
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.
Job Overview
This role is responsible for driving results for all human resource efforts for assigned customers. Participates in the development of human resources policies and programs by partnering with employee relations, compensation and other specialist functions. Directs all human resource activities within the customer group. Provides coaching and counseling to management and employees in order to enhance individual contributions.
Responsibilities
- Partners with Regional HR/HR RVP and field business partners to make compensation decisions (e.g. base pay, incentive equity grants) which drive business results and support our pay for performance philosophy.
- Ensures the communication and execution of our compensation philosophy.
- Analyzes internal/external equity based on local market information and takes initiative to address issues.
- Administers and communicates HR policies and programs with departments and across lines of business as appropriate.
- Ensures that human resources services delivered directly or indirectly are necessary, cost effective and in support of the business plan.
- Develops an effective partnership with line business clients through consultation on human resources strategic and operational issues as related to the business plan.
- Spends time coaching and giving feedback to employees and management.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws that impact HR; responds to government and employee inquiries or complaints, coordinates their resolution.
- Collaborate with management and employees to identify and resolve issues that achieve a balance between business needs and employee needs, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Consults on organizations effectiveness to include re-engineering, management/employee development, workflow efficiencies and organizational change.
- Assists management with cultural change issues.
- Provides advice and guidance on employee relations' issues, progressive discipline and documentation requirements to management.
- Develops interventions (proactive and reactive) that support employee relations and organizational effectiveness.
- Executes the human resources planning effort with the customer groups to identify and build diverse pool of key technical and leadership talent to facilitate talent development and succession planning.
- Counsels' management on the development process and execution of development plans to build skill, competency and organizational capability.
- Assists management to leverage talent among work groups (e.g. cross-training, rotational assignments, redeployment).
- Identifies and analyzes productivity, turnover, and hiring trends; develops and implements appropriate action plans.
- Stays current and is aware of social, economic and other trends that may affect the business or the direction of human resources policies and programs.
- Delivers HR related training to business partners, i.e.: Performance Management, etc.
- Provides facilitation of meetings as required, such as assimilations, developing team values, operating principles, etc.Requirements
Typically five or more years of HR experience with most experience preferred in generalist position. College degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, business or other related course of study or equivalent. Minimum of three years related work experience, including experience in a generalist or other human resources role. Broad knowledge of human resources including organization development, employee relations, performance management, compensation and talent acquisition.What We Offer
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.
About Us
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.
Job Overview
This role is responsible for driving results for all human resource efforts for assigned customers. Participates in the development of human resources policies and programs by partnering with employee relations, compensation and other specialist functions. Directs all human resource activities within the customer group. Provides coaching and counseling to management and employees in order to enhance individual contributions.
Responsibilities
- Partners with Regional HR/HR RVP and field business partners to make compensation decisions (e.g. base pay, incentive equity grants) which drive business results and support our pay for performance philosophy.
- Ensures the communication and execution of our compensation philosophy.
- Analyzes internal/external equity based on local market information and takes initiative to address issues.
- Administers and communicates HR policies and programs with departments and across lines of business as appropriate.
- Ensures that human resources services delivered directly or indirectly are necessary, cost effective and in support of the business plan.
- Develops an effective partnership with line business clients through consultation on human resources strategic and operational issues as related to the business plan.
- Spends time coaching and giving feedback to employees and management.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws that impact HR; responds to government and employee inquiries or complaints, coordinates their resolution.
- Collaborate with management and employees to identify and resolve issues that achieve a balance between business needs and employee needs, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Consults on organizations effectiveness to include re-engineering, management/employee development, workflow efficiencies and organizational change.
- Assists management with cultural change issues.
- Provides advice and guidance on employee relations' issues, progressive discipline and documentation requirements to management.
- Develops interventions (proactive and reactive) that support employee relations and organizational effectiveness.
- Executes the human resources planning effort with the customer groups to identify and build diverse pool of key technical and leadership talent to facilitate talent development and succession planning.
- Counsels' management on the development process and execution of development plans to build skill, competency and organizational capability.
- Assists management to leverage talent among work groups (e.g. cross-training, rotational assignments, redeployment).
- Identifies and analyzes productivity, turnover, and hiring trends; develops and implements appropriate action plans.
- Stays current and is aware of social, economic and other trends that may affect the business or the direction of human resources policies and programs.
- Delivers HR related training to business partners, i.e.: Performance Management, etc.
- Provides facilitation of meetings as required, such as assimilations, developing team values, operating principles, etc.Requirements
Typically five or more years of HR experience with most experience preferred in generalist position. College degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, business or other related course of study or equivalent. Minimum of three years related work experience, including experience in a generalist or other human resources role. Broad knowledge of human resources including organization development, employee relations, performance management, compensation and talent acquisition.What We Offer
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.
