Guardian Life Insurance

HR Business Partner Sr. Professional

Guardian Life Insurance$155K — $255K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner or Talent Partner roles
  • Experience supporting Technology, Digital, Engineering, or Data organizations
  • Demonstrated experience in organizational design and talent strategy
  • Experience with large-scale transformation and agile operating models preferred
  • Ability to develop junior HR talent

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership in Technology and Digital departments
  • Translate business transformation goals into actionable talent strategies
  • Drive organizational effectiveness in partnership with leaders to meet business goals
  • Lead organizational design and restructuring aligned with future-state operating models
  • Assess organizational effectiveness and recommend improvements
  • Develop workforce plans addressing current and future skill needs
  • Guide leaders through performance management and engagement processes

Benefits

  • Support for professional and personal goals through skill-building and leadership development
  • Access to philanthropic opportunities to build communities
  • Flexible and inclusive benefits and resources
  • Development programs focused on future-ready skills in digital and data
  • Commitment to an empowering and supportive work environment
Full Job Description
The HR Talent Partner (HRTP) – Digital &Technology is a strategic partner to leaders across Guardian’s Digital & Technology (D&T) organization, enabling the execution of business and transformation priorities through effective talent, organizational, and leadership strategies.
This role works closely with senior Technology leaders to align talent strategy with enterprise priorities, support operating model evolution, and drive organizational effectiveness. The HRTP will play a critical role in enabling Guardian’s transformation agenda, including digital modernization, AI transformation, and the evolution to product- and platform-based ways of working while readying the workforce for the future.
You have:
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner or Talent Partner roles and developing junior HRTPs.
  • Experience supporting Technology, Digital, Engineering, or Data organizations
  • Demonstrated experience in organizational design, talent strategy, and large-scale transformation
  • Experience in agile or product-platform based operating models preferred

You will

Candidate Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Leadership

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to Technology, Data, Digital, and Product leadership teams
  • Translate business and transformation priorities into actionable talent strategies
  • Partner with leaders to drive execution against business goals through organizational effectiveness
  • Enable alignment between Talent & Culture COE priorities and enterprise strategy

Organizational Design & Operating Model

  • Lead organizational design and restructuring efforts aligned to business needs and future-state operating models and future of work
  • Assess organization effectiveness (spans, layers, roles, and capabilities) and recommend improvements
  • Support transition to agile, product- and platform-based models where applicable
  • Ensure clarity of roles, accountabilities, and decision-making structures

Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy

  • Develop and execute workforce plans aligned to current and future capability needs
  • Identify skills gaps and implement build/buy/borrow talent strategies
  • Partner on hiring strategies to support digital, engineering, and data capabilities
  • Drive internal mobility and career pathing across Technology

Talent Management & Succession

  • Lead talent review processes, including succession planning and pipeline development
  • Identify and develop high-potential talent and critical role successors
  • Drive capability planning aligned to enterprise and D&T needs
  • Strengthen leadership bench and readiness for future roles

Leadership Coaching & Development

  • Coach leaders on performance management, team effectiveness, and leadership behaviors
  • Support leaders in navigating organizational change and transformation initiatives
  • Partner with COEs to deliver leadership and capability development programs
  • Enable development of future-ready skills (digital, data, AI, product)

Performance & Employee Experience

  • Guide leaders through performance management processes
  • Analyze engagement and Voice of Colleague insights
  • Improve team health, culture, and engagement
  • Support retention strategies for critical talent

Change Management & Transformation

  • Lead HR partnership for transformation initiatives
  • Design and execute change strategies
  • Enable leaders to lead through change
  • Reinforce Guardian culture and behaviors

HR Delivery & Integration

  • Ensure consistent execution of Talent & Culture programs
  • Partner with HR COEs
  • Support and lead annual processes (compensation, promotions)
  • Leverage data and insights to improve outcomes

Reporting Relationships
  • Will report to the Talent Partner Executive

Travel

  • Hybrid, at least 3-days in office, preferably
  • NY – Hudson Yards, or NJ - Holmdel
  • May leverage CT-Stamford office 1-day per week
  • Travel as needed to other locations

Salary Range:

$155,370.00 - $255,255.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals.  Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at . Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.


About Guardian Life Insurance

Guardian Life Insurance Careers

Join the Guardian Life Insurance team today and be part of a company that values growth, leadership, and innovation. As a leading provider in the insurance industry, Guardian Life Insurance offers a wealth of job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and strengthen your professional skills. Work You’ll Do At Guardian Life Insurance, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Our culture thrives on inclusivity and the shared ambition of our team members to drive positive change in the insurance sector. Explore a variety of career paths in areas ranging from customer service to financial advisement, each offering the potential to engage with transformative projects that impact lives. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. Innovative Work Guardian Life Insurance is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized service. Join us and contribute to initiatives that redefine industry standards and lead to more predictive and personalized customer experiences. Be Part of a Great Team Our team at Guardian Life Insurance is our strongest asset. We foster an environment where creativity and effectiveness are encouraged, making it a perfect place for those who seek to innovate and excel in their careers. With a focus on nurturing talent, we offer comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and a supportive atmosphere that advocates work-life balance. Future-Proof Your Career With Guardian Life Insurance, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of employment opportunities that not only align with your current skills but also challenge you to grow and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or even leadership roles, Guardian Life Insurance is committed to helping you find the right path. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities waiting for you at Guardian Life Insurance. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to our mission. Search open positions that match your skills and interests, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the professionals who make Guardian Life Insurance a leader in the insurance industry. Our careers blog provides valuable information to help you prepare for your next interview, polish your resume, and enhance your networking abilities. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Guardian Life Insurance, and see how you can contribute to our legacy of excellence and innovation. Join Guardian Life Insurance today and be part of a company that’s dedicated to your career growth and professional development.
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