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Job Description
Overview:
Who are we?
Western National Insurance Group is a private mutual insurance company with over 120 years of experience serving policyholders’ property-and-casualty insurance needs in the Midwestern, Northwestern, and Southwestern United States. Known as “The Relationship Company ,” we have always defined success as a measure of the relationships we’ve built over time. In everything that we do, we know that delivering a friendly and helpful interaction makes for a better experience for everyone involved. That’s the power of “nice”. At Western National, nice is something we work to bring to every person and organization with whom we partner and serve.
Does this opportunity interest you?
Western National is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our team!
Our HR Business Partner will serve as a consultant to management on Human Resources related business issues and act as an employee champion and change agent. They will assess and anticipate Human Resources needs for assigned business units and proactively communicate needs with members of the Human Resources Team and leadership to identify and develop integrated solutions. This role offers continuous opportunities for developing partnerships within Human Resources and delivering valued services to management and employees that support company objectives and meet specific needs of the assigned business units.
This position will support business units in Edina, MN and Anchorage, AK. The incumbent must be willing and able to travel to Anchorage, AK at a minimum of quarterly.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and team effectiveness.
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues to include gathering relevant information, facts and/or data and gaining involvement from relevant parties to influence positive outcomes.
Provide ongoing guidance regarding performance management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary action, terminations, etc).
Assess and provide feedback on compensation decisions. Review teams for internal equity, providing coaching as needed. Ensure individual leader decisions related to pay align with organizational goals.
Provide guidance and input to leaders regarding job design and creation, organization restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
Work closely with HR leadership, talent acquisition, and business leaders to support recruitment strategies, measurable goals, objectives, and metrics in conjunction with budgetary and headcount guidelines. Partner with leaders to determine staffing and skill requirements to meet business needs and proactively implement plans to satisfy those requirements.
In partnership with Talent Acquisition and business leaders, ensure that new employee onboarding activities/efforts are complete, effective, and efficient and meet the needs of the new hire and the hiring department. Assist with facilitating onboarding trainings.
Act as a first point of contact for leaders and employees regarding benefits, FMLA/Leave of Absence and/or work accommodation requests as and when needed.
Partner with Learning and Development team to align strategies with the needs of the business. Identify training needs for employees and leaders and partner with L&D on implementation/facilitation of programs.
Work with HR Shared Services and local resources to implement health and wellness programs that encourage and support the general well-being of employees.
Qualifications:
What is a must have?
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related degree or equivalent blend of education and experience
3+ years of Human Resources experience with demonstrated skills in employee relations, coaching, talent development, Human Resources consulting, change management, and team building
Professional communication skills with a history of building strong business partnerships
Comfort with presenting in front of groups
Ability to influence
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
Proven collaborator
Strong sense of urgency and a proactive approach
What will our ideal candidate have?
Human Resources certification
Experience with compensation best practices specific to market pricing, job analysis, internal equity reviews, and incentive pay structure administration
Solid project management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, multi-task, leverage support resources, and establish/meet deadlines
Compensation overview
The full hiring range for this role is 68,200-102,300. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, credentials, and experience of each candidate as well as other factors such as the scope and location of the role. Candidates looking for compensation outside of the posted range are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on their individual qualifications and/or may be considered for other positions.
Culture and Total Rewards
Western National has long been known as “The Relationship Company “, and caring for our employees is part of that relationship commitment. We value connectiveness, empowerment, and accountability, and we believe that our employees are our biggest assets. Nearly half of our employees choose to stay at Western National for ten years or more!
Currently ranked as the 37th largest private company by revenue in Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal), Western National has earned accolades year-over-year as an employer of choice and garnered multiple awards for wellness in the workplace. Western National was also named a Star Tribune Top Workplace in 2021 and 2022. The Group is consistently recognized as a Ward’s 50 property-and-casualty insurance company for its outstanding financial results.
Western National offers full time employees a significant Total Rewards Package, including:
Medical insurance Plan options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, and more
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) Plan (plus company match)
Wellbeing Program, including onsite fitness studio
Time Off – including vacation, volunteer, and holiday pay
100% company-paid tuition reimbursement for approved job-relevant coursework and access to The Institutes (Risk & Insurance Education)
Discounts on personal auto and homeowners insurance
Paid parental leave
Bonus opportunities
Western National believes in supporting balance between work and life by providing a flexible work environment, with includes a variety of hybrid and remote work arrangements designed to balance individual, job, department, and company needs.
Western National provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
