S&S Division Head of HR

About the role

The S&S Division Head of HR is a key member of the S&S Division Senior Leadership Team and a strategic advisor to division leadership. This executive role is responsible for leading all human resources functions for the division, driving talent strategy, organizational effectiveness, and supporting division's continued growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy in support of division transformation, growth, and business objectives
• Consult and advise business leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent alignment
• Maintain robust succession planning at all levels to support division revenue and profitability goals
• Create and maintain a 3-5-year people plan in collaboration with the division President and leadership team
• Be a thought partner to the division President and leadership, crafting programs that advance and engage talent
• Provide expert guidance and timely resolution of all employee relations matters, demonstrating expertise and depth in investigations and solutions
• Partner with CHRO as needed to proactively address complex or high-risk issues
• Maintain strong knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations, ensuring divisional awareness and compliance
• Partner with corporate HR to support in mentoring, coaching and learning and development initiatives that improve individual and organizational performance
• Drive talent development strategies that support growth the for early- and mid-career talent, including career guidance and planning for internal opportunities
• Facilitate the talent mobility and advancement in partnership with other divisions and Corporate HR
• Champion performance management efforts and promote a culture of continuous feedback and engagement between managers and their teams
• Identify opportunities to strengthen division employee engagement through both corporate and division initiatives
• Communicate all HR programs clearly and timely, ensuring that the division is well aware of learning and development and career building opportunities
• Meet regularly with all divisional leaders to understand business priorities and pain points, and provide practical guidance and solutions
• Lead programs that support employee well-being and a positive employee experience
• Collaborate effectively with HR leaders across the company to advance both divisional and company-wide objectives
• Lead, coach and develop divisional HR team to support growth and high performance
• Hold team members accountable for service excellence, responsiveness, timeliness and strong employee engagement
• Ensure HR data integrity for division including timely and accurate HRIS information updates
• Ensure consistent application of company policies, practices, and procedures across the division

Requirements

Minimum of 15 years of progressive human resources experience, including significant leadership responsibility

Proven success driving organizational growth and transformation

Deep experience in talent development and succession planning

Demonstrated ability for collaboration and relationship-building across multiple locations and business units

Experience leveraging shared resources for operational efficiency

Strong business acumen and the ability to serve as a strategic business partner

Understanding of, and ability to work well in a de-centralized environment

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Professional Certifications: SHRM-CP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across multiple locations and business units
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in managing large teams
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Experience in performance management and employee engagement
• Ability to lead change and transformation

Benefits

Crum & Forster offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Generous 401K employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision
• Tuition reimbursement and industry-related certifications
• Professional training programs

Pay

The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $194,300 to a maximum of $291,500. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role.

Schedule

Full-time position

Contact

To apply, please visit our careers page at www.cfins.com/careers