Manager - Human Resources Business Partner

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing.

About the role

As the Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) Manager, you will serve as a strategic advisor and leader, directing the strategy and operational execution of human resources activities in support of and aligned with business objectives for designated client groups. This role is responsible for managing and developing a team of Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs), providing guidance, coaching, and resources to drive high performance and cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment.

This individual partners with executive leadership, business leaders, and associates to address complex initiatives and implement workforce strategies that align HR practices with organizational objectives. The HRBP Manager collaborates on hiring plans, performance management, and succession planning, while also managing routine employee relations issues. Additionally, this role supports organizational design and facilitates organizational change, partnering heavily with HR Center of Excellence (COEs).

We are seeking a self-motivated, data-driven, and collaborative leader who is passionate about fostering a positive work culture and thrives in a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs), providing strategic direction, continuous coaching, and consulting support.
• Lead, mentor, and equip the team with tools and insights to drive high performance.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, business leaders, and associates, providing high-level HR partnerships on complex business initiatives.
• Act as a coach, consultant, and thought leader, building strong relationships with all levels of the organization.
• Partner with business leaders and talent acquisition to develop hiring plans, support business objectives, and advance business priorities.
• Provide advice on performance management, talent management, compensation, coaching, and talent reviews.
• Coach and consult on all touchpoints of the employment life cycle, managing routine employee relation issues, while closely collaborating with HRBPs leadership, HRBPs, Employee Relations (ER), Total Rewards, HR operations, organization effectiveness, and Talent Acquisition to support organizational objectives.
• Create a climate where people demonstrate curiosity, candor, courage, and collaboration to drive performance.
• Lead with a strategic mindset, fostering an inclusive and accountable learning culture.
• Inspire and motivate at all levels, promoting open communication, mutual respect, and appreciation for differing perspectives.
• Role model our enterprise leadership commitments of accelerating change, inviting authenticity, and growing resiliently.
• Execute forward-thinking workforce strategies that assess business needs, optimize team capabilities, and align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
• Support organizational design changes, change initiatives, and succession planning execution.
• Help organizations navigate transitions smoothly, ensuring employee engagement and informed decision-making.
• Utilize data analytics, trends, and metrics to develop, implement, and evolve HR strategies.
• Drive informed decision-making by using data to identify trends, determine root causes of issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal changes.
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement within HR and the business by supporting new approaches, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Manage organizational design framework that supports the organization’s strategy and contributes to improving overall team performance.
• Align HR strategies with business goals, understanding the organization's short and long-term objectives and implementing structures that support these goals.
• Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, with 1+ years of staff, team lead, or project lead experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of a degree, an additional two years of relevant experience beyond the qualifications listed above may be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Workday experience.
• Ability to build strong working relationships and provide consultative support and guidance to leaders and enterprise stakeholders.
• Demonstrated business acumen by understanding organizational strategy, considering the impact of decisions, and aligning HR initiatives with business priorities.
• Broad knowledge across multiple HR functions, such as talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, HRIS, and organization development.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee and candidate information confidentially and comply with applicable privacy, confidentiality, and data protection requirements.
• Ability to communicate expectations and priorities clearly to team members, actively listen to resolve issues and remove barriers, and drive alignment across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze department challenges, guide team decision-making, and collaborate across teams to drive resolution and next steps.
• Ability to effectively organize team work, balance priorities across projects, and manage time and resources to ensure timely delivery and coordination.

Licensure/Certifications

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HR Certification Institute (HRCI).
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) - HR Certification Institute (HRCI).

Schedule

Hybrid approach designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. Teams come together in the office two days each week, with at least one anchor day designated for team interaction. The rest of the week is remote.

Pay

Pay Range: $117,800.00 - $159,000.00 - $200,200.00 annually. Pay is based on several factors including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual brings to the role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401k.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO).
• Additional benefits available; review our benefits page for more details.