HR Business Partner – Remote
SymetraAbout the role
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our Talent Management team as an HR Business Partner!
About the role
In this role, you will provide consult on HR solutions and serve as a strategic partner to an aligned area of business. You will participate in organizational design, drive performance optimization, and provide guidance on employee relations issues. You will represent all areas of HR and brings in other HR partners as needed to showcase the value of our Human Resources function at Symetra.
What you will do
- Serve as the dedicated business partner aligned to an internal group on a wide range of talent management and organizational business challenges (i.e., performance optimization, organizational design, talent assessment, employee relations, change management, leadership coaching and/or people analytics).
- Work closely with managers and employees to improve relationships, engagement, contribution, retention while mitigating risk.
- An active member of the aligned business areas providing strategic consultation and tactical support.
- Design and implement development and prioritization of Symetra HR initiatives by partnering with Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Operations, Total Rewards and DE&I.
- Facilitate instructor-led training to leadership and employees as needed.
Why Work at Symetra
Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
“From day one, I felt welcomed and encouraged to bring my full self to work. Symetra truly lives up to its commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—it's more than just words here; it's part of the culture.” - Whitney T., Talent Development
“I was referred to Symetra by a family friend who’s been with the company for years—and I’m so glad I took their advice. Symetra truly puts its people first. I’ve always felt supported, not micromanaged, and that trust has helped me grow. I started in an entry-level position and have worked my way up to Unit Manager by continuously learning and expanding my skills. It’s a place that believes in its employees and invests in their success.” - Morgan D., Sr. Unit Manager
What we offer you
Benefits and Perks
We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
- Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
- Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
- Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
- Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
- Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $117,000 - $195,100 plus eligibility for annual bonus program
QualificationsWho You Are
- High School Diploma required. Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- 8+ years of cumulative HR experience including prior roles as an HR Business Partner, or HR Manager role required
- Experience working in highly regulated industries a plus.
- Experience supporting technical teams as an HR partner a plus
- PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP preferred
- Solid understanding of core HR business practices
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adept presentation skills
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Adaptable and flexible with a focus on continuous improvement
- Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information
- Solid team orientation with a customer service mentality
- Comfort with AI tools and embracing their applicability at the enterprise level
- Ability to travel periodically as needed
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