About HUB:
In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the world’s largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected — through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community.
Why Choose HUB?
Throughout our network of more than 500 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive, exciting and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success. At HUB, we believe in investing in the future of our employees and provide continuous opportunities for growth and development. Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization, focusing on expanding the industry knowledge of our insurance professionals to better serve our valued clients. We are committed to providing you with competitive and flexible benefits options that are rooted in your current needs, yet evolve as your needs change over time. Join us in taking the first step toward creating a future that combines a diverse, challenging work environment with financial security and career satisfaction.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Business Partner serves as a collaborative advisor/consultant to business leaders, driving human capital strategies that strengthen organizational performance and foster an inclusive, high-engagement culture. This role closely partners with regional and practice area leadership to translate business objectives into integrated workforce plans encompassing talent acquisition, performance enablement, leadership capability, cultural cohesion, and organizational effectiveness. The HRBP role operates with a high degree of autonomy, leveraging expert judgment, change-leadership, and strong business acumen to influence decisions, identify opportunities, mitigate risk, and deliver measurable outcomes.
Residence in California is required, ideally within the Northern California region.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Alignment & Workforce Planning
Develop and manage annual HR and workforce plans aligned with business strategies by line of business.
Provide strategic consultation on organizational design, talent optimization, succession planning, and growth initiatives, including integration support for mergers and acquisitions.
Build, analyze, and present workforce analytics and talent dashboards to support leadership decision-making and evaluate program effectiveness (monthly/quarterly).
Develop annual business plans by line of business and oversee ongoing workforce planning activities.
Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruiting, onboarding, and talent optimization strategies.
Participate in merger and acquisition activities as needed, including culture and workforce integration.
Support the development and sustainment of high-performing teams across the organization.
Lead periodic talent assessments (e.g., quarterly workforce review).
Manage culture integration initiatives to strengthen organizational alignment.
Oversee employee development, engagement, recognition programs, and employee relations, including investigations and compliance.
Lead leadership capability building and development initiatives.
Partner with business leaders to support sales goals and operational priorities.
Collaborate with the Learning & Development team on professional, leadership, and technical training needs.
Partner with Corporate HR on compensation review cycles and market analysis.
Lead the performance management process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Conduct stay and exit interviews to identify trends and influence retention strategies.
Support additional areas of focus and special projects as assigned (e.g., monthly manager trainings, Town Hall participation, survey development).
Talent and Leadership Advisory
Coach leaders to build high-performing and diverse teams through enhanced leadership capability, accountability, and decision-making confidence.
Oversee end-to-end performance management, ensuring alignment to business priorities, continuous feedback, and equitable outcomes.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development to ensure seamless onboarding, targeted capability building, and career progression opportunities.
Engagement and Employee Experience
Manage complex employee relations matters with rigor, discretion, and business pragmatism, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement actions.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and ensure compliant and ethical practices across all people processes.
Employee Relations and Compliance
Manage complex employee relations matters with rigor, discretion, and business pragmatism, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement actions.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and ensure compliant and ethical practices across all people processes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence
Act as primary liaison with HR Centers of Excellence to align strategies for compensation, benefits, learning, and talent development.
Lead or contribute to enterprise HR initiatives and special projects, such as manager capability programming, pulse surveys, and sales-support workforce strategies.
Mentor and support HR team members to elevate impact and consistency in service delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.
Advanced degree or HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP or equivalent) preferred.
3–5 years of experience as a Strategic HR Business Partner, currently serving in this role.
Demonstrated capability in workforce planning, organizational design, performance enablement, and leadership advisory.
Deep experience in employee relations and risk mitigation with sound judgment and confidentiality.
Fluency in HR data interpretation and metric-driven decision support.
Strong communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and change in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Workday or similar HRIS platforms is considered an asset.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
This position primarily involves remaining in a stationary position for the majority of the workday.
The person in this position frequently communicates with colleagues and clients both in person and on the telephone; Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
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The expected salary range for this position is $130,000- $150,000/yr and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate's skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position's business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.
Department Account Management & ServiceRequired Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: Up to 25%Required Education: Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the recruiting team HUBRecruiting@hubinternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.