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Lead Human Resources Business Partner - Sales & Distribution

Transamerica
Transamerica Salary
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Job Family

HR - General

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment - one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we're part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what's important to them.

We're empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good - for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It's part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.

  • For more information, visit transamerica.com .

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Lead Human Resources Business Partner to join our dynamic Human Resources (HR) team in support of Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments sales & distribution lines of business. The preferred candidate will have experience partnering with sales and / or distribution teams and have a working knowledge of sales incentive plans.

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

The ideal candidate will exhibit strong analytical problem-solving skills in providing Human Capital Management consulting to managers and employees in complex situations. They will partner with other (HR) Centers of Excellence to deliver value-added services in alignment with organizational strategy.

Job Description

Responsibilities :

  • Apply a broad knowledge of HR concepts and business needs to provide HR support in highly complex situations.
  • Lead HR discussions during manager and business team meetings to align key HR and business strategies.
  • Look holistically at issues that impact the organization; implement HR solutions based on root cause analysis.
  • Partner with leaders to understand talent needs to create workforce plans.
  • Work with leaders to identify appropriate organizational changes, in alignment with business goals.
  • Guide and implement organizational design changes including acquisitions, reductions in force, and location strategy.
  • Analyze and synthesize HR metrics and data to make decisions and solve problems
  • Drive initiatives regarding culture, organizational change, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Partner with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
  • Lead or participate in cross-functional / cross-HR projects and programs for enterprise-wide or site-specific needs.
  • Identify opportunities to align programs and processes at various organizational levels and recommend solutions for improvement.
  • Execute on compensation philosophies; administer, engage, and advise management on practices for Total Rewards compensation programs; execute pay / bonus programs and manage exceptions.
  • Advise in the selection and placement of internal and external talent.
  • Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to mid and senior level management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary action).
  • Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation to managers and employees.
  • Manage and resolve employee concerns and conduct more complex investigations (e.g., ADA, FMLA, employee complaints, PTAG, SHARE); consult with other departments to complete investigation.
  • Provide training / presentations on various topics. Facilitate complex topics (e.g., Performance Management, special meetings).
  • Facilitate business processes, approvals, and audits in the HR Information System (HRIS) and other reporting tools.
  • Mentor and coach HR team members as needed; may supervise staff.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in HR / organizational development or related business field and eight years of HR generalist experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Broad knowledge of HR trends and best practices.
  • Understanding of the business environment, preferably in the insurance and financial services industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
  • Experience managing complex employee relations and business issues.
  • Experience participating in or leading change initiatives (e.g., organizational restructure, culture development, program changes).
  • Willingness to engage in change and challenge the status quo. Flexibility to handle change and change processes in a fast-faced environment.
  • Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take reasonable risks.
  • Ability to maintain composure and exhibit mature judgment in difficult or ambiguous situations.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret HR business trends and objectives and perform root cause analysis.
  • Communication and presentation skills to facilitate projects and programs.
  • Interpersonal and relationship building skills to coach and influence staff and management at all levels.
  • Ability to handle ambiguous and conflicting information.
  • Critical thinking skills to resolve problems and recommend solutions.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize own activities and assist junior staff with prioritization. Willingness to take accountability for team performance as well as individual contributions.
  • Proficiency using MS Office tools.
  • Knowledge of Workday or other HRIS tools.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP).
  • Experience applying change management practices and techniques.
  • Working Conditions :

  • Hybrid office or remote environment.
  • Occasional travel to meet with assigned client group and attend HR meetings / training.
  • Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.
  • The salary for this position generally ranges between $95,000 - $120,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

    Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan / Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.

    This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

    What We Offer

    For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

    Compensation Benefits

    Competitive Pay

    Bonus for Eligible Employees

    Benefits Package

    Pension Plan

    401k Match

    Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    Tuition Reimbursement

    Disability Insurance

    Medical Insurance

    Dental Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Employee Discounts

    Career Training & Development Opportunities

    Health and Work / Life Balance Benefits

    Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

    Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

    Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

    Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

    Adoption Assistance

    Employee Assistance Program

    College Coach Program

    Back-Up Care Program

    PTO for Volunteer Hours

    Employee Matching Gifts Program

    Employee Resource Groups

    Inclusion and Diversity Programs

    Employee Recognition Program

    Referral Bonus Programs

    Inclusion & Diversity

    We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

    To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

    Giving Back

    We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

    Transamerica's Parent Company

    Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.

  • It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose : Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.
  • As of December 31, 2023
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