HR Business Partner for Corporate Groups, Managing Director

Role Summary

The Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) for Corporate Functions serves as a strategic advisor and consultant to senior leaders across departments such as Finance, Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Audit. This role is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business objectives, driving talent initiatives, and fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture. The HRBP will collaborate closely with Centers of Excellence (COEs) and global HR colleagues to deliver integrated solutions that support organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support business goals, including workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, providing coaching and guidance on leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and change management.

• Lead and support enterprise-wide initiatives such as performance management, talent development, diversity and inclusion, and employee engagement.

• Collaborate with COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Employee Relations) to ensure seamless delivery of HR services.

• Monitor and analyze workforce metrics to inform decision-making and identify trends or risks.

• Represent HR in governance forums, executive meetings, and cross-functional working groups.

• Champion a culture of inclusion, innovation, and accountability.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic business partner role supporting senior leadership.

• Proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization, including C-suite.

• Strong business acumen and understanding of corporate functions within a global financial services environment.

• Demonstrated success in leading organizational change and transformation initiatives.

• Deep knowledge of HR disciplines including talent management, compensation, employee relations, and organizational development.

• Experience operating in a matrixed, global organization.

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation capabilities.

• High integrity, resilience, and a collaborative mindset.

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the location above, the applicable range could differ.

Job Application Disclosure:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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