Senior People Business Partner

AssetMark Financial Holdings•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior People Business Partner at AssetMark plays a critical leadership role in driving strategic HR initiatives, guiding senior leaders, and shaping organizational effectiveness across the business. This position requires a seasoned HR professional with a strong consultative presence, a track record of influencing executive decision-making, and the ability to lead through complexity with agility and sound judgment. The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter who takes the initiative to improve processes and resolve issues before they arise, while performing professionally in a fast-paced environment with composure and willingness to change direction quickly when needed. AssetMark is a company shaping the future of financial services, focused on growth, technology, insight, and collaboration. Their mission is to help financial advisors make a meaningful difference in their clients’ lives by combining powerful technology, holistic support, and expert consulting. The company values Heart, Client Success, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, which shape their culture and guide decisions.

Requirements

Ability to work independently to tight deadlines while balancing conflicting demands.
High level of integrity, discretion, and judgment in dealing with confidential information and sensitive issues.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong influencing and communication skills (written and verbal).
Strategic thinking with the ability to align HR initiatives to enterprise goals.
Adaptable and resilient; thrives in dynamic environments requiring iterative thinking and innovation.
Strong Organizational Design skills (experience in Succession Planning, Talent management, Facilitation, Organizational Design).
Confident/Diplomatic.
Highest standards of professional ethics.
Flexible and pragmatic - "how can we make it work" approach required.
Results orientated & highly motivated to demonstrate effective execution.
Bachelor’s Degree Required.
7+ years of Human Resources experience.
Strong relationship management experience, consulting skills and demonstrable evidence of influence at a senior level.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Advance degree or HR certification preferred.
Ideally within the Financial Services sector (experience).

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior leadership, enabling business growth and organizational effectiveness through proactive HR strategies.
Lead complex employee relations matters, managing risk and driving equitable outcomes.
Partner with functional and executive leadership to diagnose organizational needs, design tailored development strategies, and implement scalable HR solutions.
Deliver core HR processes effectively, including performance management, promotions, terminations, investigations, and leaves of absence.
Drive enterprise-wide talent initiatives such as succession planning, leadership development, and workforce planning.
Collaborate with L&D and HR teams to implement employee and manager development programs, focus groups, and organizational design efforts.
Drive accountability and actively manage quarterly Check-ins, headcount reviews, Org & Leadership reviews, Goal setting and Compensation planning within your client group.
Represent HR in leadership meetings and contribute to business strategy from a people and culture perspective.
Guide decision-making by considering broader business implications and evaluating multiple alternatives.
Lead change management initiatives to foster adaptability and organizational resilience.
Coach and mentor junior HR team members, contributing to a high-performing HR function.