Hrbp Field Jobs (NOW HIRING)

## HRBP/Senior HRBPApplylocations: New York – 1350 Avenue Of The Americastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0018746Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service. About Role**Who are we?**Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 15,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group and are everything that makes us unique; our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth, all come from our people-first approach. There’s no such thing as individual success. We all need to play our part, contributing our skills and experience to make a true difference. That’s Howden.**Why work at Howden?**We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning, we've focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, whilst building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. Simply put, we hire talented specialists and give them what they need to make a difference for clients. Always have, always will.People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down disappointed head-hunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.**Position Summary**As the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to business leaders across the North America. The HRBP will partner with teams to align people strategies with business objectives to drive organizational performance, talent development, employee engagement, and operational excellence.This role partners closely with Executive Leadership, Reinsurance Brokerage teams, Capital Strategies, the HR team, Talent Acquisition and Corporate Functions to provide proactive HR guidance in workforce planning, organizational design, talent management, employee relations, performance management, and change management initiatives. The HRBP balances strategic partnership with hands-on execution while helping foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.**Key Responsibilities*** Strategic Business Partnership* Partner with business leaders to understand organizational goals and develop human capital strategies that support growth and profitability.* Act as a trusted advisor on workforce planning, succession planning, talent risks, and organizational effectiveness.* Provide guidance on organizational structure, team design, and resource planning.* Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and workforce capabilities.* Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development planning.* Collaborate with managers to identify high-potential employees and succession candidates.* Support leadership development, coaching, and professional growth initiatives.* Analyze workforce trends and make recommendations to enhance employee retention and development.* Serve as the primary HR contact for employee relations matters.* Conduct workplace investigations and provide recommendations on corrective actions when appropriate.* Support annual compensation review processes, including salary benchmarking, incentive plans, and promotion recommendations.* Partner with leaders to ensure pay decisions align with compensation philosophy and market competitiveness.* Drive employee engagement initiatives and action planning efforts.* Partner with leaders to strengthen company culture and reinforce organizational values.* Maintain knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation.* Partner with legal and compliance teams on employment-related matters.* Support audits, reporting requirements, and HR policy development.* Monitor and analyze HR metrics including turnover, retention, engagement, hiring, and workforce demographics.* Provide data-driven recommendations to improve talent outcomes and organizational effectiveness.**Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field required.* 7+ years of progressive human resources experience.* 3+ years in an HR Business Partner, Senior Generalist, or related strategic HR role.* Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders on people-related matters.* Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices.* Excellent coaching, consulting, and relationship management skills.* Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.* Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Workday (preferred).The expected base salary range for this role is $150,000-$200,000. The base salary range is based on level and does not include other types of compensation such as discretionary bonus or benefits.**What we offer:** A career that you define. Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including medical, dental, vision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401k with company match, paid volunteer days and more.We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community.**EEO Statement:**We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect. Howden North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Howden North America will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr