Chief Human Resources Officer

Bankers Trust Company • Des Moines, IA

1h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) serves as a strategic leader responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive human capital strategy aligned with the bank’s mission, regulatory environment, and long-term growth objectives. As a member of the Management Committee, the CHRO provides leadership across all HR functions, including HR legal & compliance, compensation, benefits, employee relations, employee experience, training and development, and talent acquisition. This role ensures the organization maintains a high-performing, compliant, and engaged workforce in a highly regulated banking environment.

Requirements

• At least ten years of progressive human resources experience, including senior leadership roles, required
• Proven success leading multiple HR disciplines, including compliance, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and learning & development
• Deep knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management required, including employment law, regulatory compliance, and HR best practices
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and partner at the Board and C-suite level
• Strategic thinker with strong operational execution capabilities
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Data-driven decision-making and experience leveraging HR analytics

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources/Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Master's Degree or advanced degree preferred (MBA, MHRM, JD, or related discipline)
• Demonstrated experience in the banking or highly regulated financial services industry strongly preferred
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and/or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive leadership team on all human capital matters
• Develops and executes HR strategies that support business growth, culture, and operational excellence
• Contributes to enterprise-wide decision-making as an active member of the Management Committee
• Leads organizational design, succession planning, and workforce planning initiatives
• Ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and banking regulations
• Oversees HR policies, audits, risk mitigation strategies, and internal controls
• Partners closely with legal and compliance teams to manage employee relations and regulatory requirements
• Oversees compensation and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness and alignment with business objectives
• Evaluates and enhances total rewards strategies to drive retention and performance
• Oversees recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels of the organization
• Builds strong employer branding and talent pipelines
• Oversees leadership development, training, and performance management programs
• Fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional development
• Supports succession planning, career pathing, employee engagement, and retention initiative
• Promotes a strong organizational culture rooted in integrity, accountability, and service excellence
• Leads employee experience initiatives, engagement surveys, and action planning

Benefits

• Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• 401(k) plan with lucrative company match
• Tuition assistance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Lifestyle Accounts that provide employees with reimbursement for the things that are most important to them such as childcare, student loan payments, gym memberships, pet insurance and much more.
• Team Member Banking - a suite of products and services with special benefits for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive