Vice President Human Resources

Company Details

Rated Best Places to Workand 2024 by Business Insurance Continental Western Group is a regional property casualty insurance company offering commercial products and services through independent agents in the Midwest. CWG provides unique value through the service provided by our experienced group of employees and independent agents. Since 1886 - Strong Local and Trusted.

As a Berkley company we enjoy operational flexibility that allows us to deliver quality coverage solutions. W. R. Berkley Corporation and all member insurance companies are rated A (Superior) by A.M. Best Company and carry Standard & Poors Financial Rating of A (Strong).

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Human Resources (VP HR) serves as a strategic partner to senior leadership driving business outcomes through innovative people strategies. This role leads the design and execution of enterprise-wide HR initiatives that align talent management workforce planning and organizational development with evolving business priorities. The VP HR champions a culture of engagement inclusivity and adaptability while leveraging technology and data-driven insights to optimize workforce performance.

Strategic Talent Leadership

Develop and execute forward-looking talent strategies including workforce planning succession management and leadership development to meet current and future business needs.

Drive retention initiatives that address evolving employee expectations hybrid work models and competitive labor markets.

AI & Digital Transformation

Integrate AI and advanced analytics into HR processes for recruiting performance management and predictive workforce planning.

Promote digital HR solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Change Management & Organizational Agility

Lead change management strategies to support business transformation ensuring leaders and employees are equipped to adapt to new technologies and processes.

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives on organizational design and cultural evolution.

Employee Experience & Engagement

Champion a culture of inclusion engagement and continuous learning.

Oversee programs for onboarding performance management recognition and career development.

Business Partnership

Collaborate with senior leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals providing insights on talent risks and opportunities.

Contribute to annual business planning and budgeting processes with a focus on human capital priorities.

Manage HR-related budgets in collaboration with President and CFO including compensation and benefit analysis.

Governance & Compliance

Ensure adherence to employment laws and ethical standards.

Manage employee relations investigations and disciplinary actions with fairness and transparency.

Qualifications

Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles with a track record of driving strategic initiatives.

Expertise in talent management organizational development and change leadership.

Familiarity with HR technology platforms AI applications and data analytics.

Strong business acumen and ability to influence at the executive level.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Education Requirement

Bachelors degree.

10 years of experience in a leadership role and a minimum of seven years progressive HR experience.

One of the following preferred : PHR SPHR SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Required Experience :

Exec

Key Skills

Change Management,Financial Services,Growing Experience,Managed Care,Management Experience,Analysis Skills,Senior Leadership,Performance Management,Process Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Analytics

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1