IAT Insurance Group

Principal Human Resources Business Partner

IAT Insurance Group • $97K — $213K *
Raleigh, NC 27610In-Person
Business Services
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Human Resources or Business Administration.
  • Proven experience consulting with senior leaders to shape HR strategies that align with business goals.
  • Ability to drive business strategy by focusing on people-related outcomes.
  • Advanced expertise in key HR disciplines like performance management and employee relations.
  • Strong business acumen, understanding industry dynamics and how businesses create value.
  • Proven ability to lead change and streamline complex HR processes effectively.
  • Recognized as a trusted advisor, balancing business partnership with employee advocacy.

Responsibilities

  • Advise senior leaders on organizational health and team effectiveness in line with business needs.
  • Collaborate with leaders to develop integrated people plans that align with business objectives.
  • Cultivate business acumen to guide HR recommendations based on industry and competitive insights.
  • Promote an inclusive workplace that values diversity and fosters employee engagement.
  • Leverage data to diagnose HR issues and guide talent-related decisions.
  • Implement comprehensive talent management strategies to enhance employee retention and succession planning.
  • Coach leaders on performance management practices and development standards.

Benefits

  • 26 paid time off days plus 12 holidays for a total of 38 days off.
  • 7% company match on 401(k) contributions with profit-sharing opportunities.
  • Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility in work location.
  • Numerous training and development programs to support career advancement.
  • Healthcare and wellness programs provided for employee health.
  • Eligibility for performance-based bonuses as an additional incentive.
  • Programs in place for college loan assistance and educational support.
  • Access to mentorship opportunities and a dress-for-your-day policy.
Full Job Description
IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for Principal HR Business Partner from our Alpharetta, Georgia, Raleigh, North Carolina, Scottsdale, Arizona, Cheshire, Connecticut Naperville, Illinois or the Rolling Meadows, Illinois location. This role will actively partner with business unit executives to help drive strategy from a people perspective. Success in this role is measured by improved leader capability, stronger talent outcomes, simplified HR experiences, and proactive partnership that enables business success. This role works a hybrid schedule that requires working from the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders; provide counsel on organizational health, team effectiveness, and people risks while balancing business needs and employee support in alignment with IAT culture.
  • Partner with leaders to translate business objectives into integrated people plans (workforce planning, org design, talent, engagement, and capability building).
  • Build strong business acumen (industry dynamics, profit levers, competitive strengths) to ensure HR recommendations are grounded in the realities of the business.
  • Champion an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and all employees can do their best work.
  • Use data and insights to diagnose issues, track progress, and guide decisions (e.g., talent outcomes, performance trends, leader effectiveness, organizational health indicators).
  • Drive an end-to-end talent approach (selection, onboarding, development, performance, retention, and succession) to strengthen our talent bench and reduce critical talent risk.
  • Coach leaders on leadership expectations, feedback, performance management, and development-ensuring consistent standards and high-quality people decisions.
  • Use a proactive, future-focused approach to talent-supporting career development, succession planning, and identifying talent pipelines where applicable.
  • Identify opportunities to simplify people processes, reduce friction, and improve the employee/manager experience-leveraging people, process, and technology improvements
  • Partner with HR Operations/HRIS and COEs to transition non-strategic work to the right channel, minimizing administrative burden and enabling HRBPs to focus on business outcomes
  • Support adoption of new practices and operating model expectations, anticipating stakeholder change impacts and addressing resistance with data, clarity, and influence.
  • Provide expert guidance on employee relations, investigations, and performance issues; ensure fair, consistent application of policies and practices while monitoring legal/compliance implications.
  • Assess organizational and people risks and recommend best approaches based on risk assessment and business context.


Qualifications:
Must-Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to consult with executive-level leaders to identify, develop, and deploy HR strategies that support business needs.
  • Demonstratable ability to help drive business strategy from a people perspective.
  • Advanced understanding of core HR disciplines (performance and development, retention, compensation/benefits, employee relations, salary administration, organizational effectiveness).
  • Strong business acumen-understands organizational strategy, industry dynamics, and how the business creates value.
  • Strong change leadership and ability to simplify complex processes into manageable, scalable solutions delivered with quality
  • High credibility as a trusted advisor; balances business partnership and employee advocacy consistent with IAT culture and values.
  • To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.


Preferred to Have:
  • Master's degree (e.g., Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, or similar).
  • Professional HR certification, such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent, demonstrating advanced HR knowledge and strategic business partnership capability.
  • Fifteen years of relevant, strategic HR expertise.
  • Ongoing professional development expected to stay current on employment law, HR best practices, and industry trends.
  • Experience operating in a modern HR model (HRBP/COE/Operations) with demonstrated success shifting work from transactional to strategic through process, technology, and shared services.
  • Experience influencing leader behavior changes (coaching, performance management, talent reviews, org effectiveness interventions).


Compensation:
Please note, that the annual [gross salary range (hourly rate)] associated with this posting is $97,880 - $213,030. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographical location related to this specific role. The total compensation will include a base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit-sharing opportunities, and more.

To view details of our full benefits, please visit https://www.iatinsurancegroup.com/careers/benefits

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About IAT Insurance Group

IAT Insurance Group is a privately held insurance company that provides a wide range of insurance products, including property and casualty, specialty, and surety. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Itasca, Illinois. IAT Insurance Group has over 1000 employees and operates in various industries, including transportation, construction, and energy. The company is committed to providing high-quality insurance products and services to its clients and has been recognized for its excellence in customer service and claims handling.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
* Ladders Estimates

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