Senior Director, HR Business Partner

SEI•Upper Providence Township, PA

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About The Position

The Senior Director, HR Business Partner is a key member of the HR team who partners with assigned business unit leaders to develop and execute people-focused strategies that support organizational business goals. The role requires a deep understanding of the business, strong analytical skills, and the ability to coach and influence senior leaders on complex talent, organizational, and change management matters. The position advises business leaders on HR and business issues; translates business needs into HR strategies; and partners on workforce, talent, and succession planning. It supports talent attraction, retention, and development, coaches managers, facilitates organizational changes, and provides guidance on complex employee relations issues. The role also uses HR data to identify trends and support continuous improvement, facilitates change and communication, and helps ensure HR practices comply with applicable laws and regulations, partnering with legal counsel when needed. SEI is a technology and asset management company that provides investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. The company describes its offices as having open floor plans and art installations intended to encourage innovation and creativity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive HR experience, with a proven track record as a strategic partner to business leaders.
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
Ability to use data and analytics to inform decisions.
Excellent knowledge of talent management, organizational design, and employee relations.
Familiarity with HR technology and digital tools.
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to influence and build trust at all levels of the organization.
Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
High level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
Experience working in a fast-paced, ambiguous, or entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

Advise business unit leaders on HR and business issues and translate business needs into actionable HR strategies and initiatives.
Partner with leadership on workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning.
Support leaders in attracting, retaining, and developing talent.
Coach and mentor managers on leadership practices, performance management, and career development.
Facilitate organizational changes, including restructurings, to improve productivity and business performance.
Guide managers and employees through complex employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution.
Analyze HR metrics and performance trends to recommend solutions for continuous improvement.
Help foster continuous feedback and high performance.
Facilitate organizational change and transformation efforts and support communication and execution of corporate strategies.
Bridge communication between senior leadership and employees and advocate for employee needs.
Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to employee management and help reduce organizational legal risk.
Ensure HR practices and policies in the assigned business unit comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
Partner with legal counsel on complex issues as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive physical and mental health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, employee assistance program, and flexible spending account offerings.
Life and disability insurance, with premiums paid for base coverage.
401(k) match.
Tuition reimbursement and education assistance.
Commuter benefits.
Up to 11 paid holidays per year.
21 days of PTO per year, prorated for new hires and increasing over time.
Paid parental leave.
Back-up childcare arrangements.
Paid volunteer days.
Discounted stock purchase plan and investment options.
Access to employee networks.