Responsibilities
The Vice President of Human Resources (VP HR) serves as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving business outcomes through innovative people strategies. This role leads the design and execution of enterprise-wide HR initiatives that align talent management, workforce planning, and organizational development with evolving business priorities. The VP HR champions a culture of engagement, inclusivity, and adaptability while leveraging technology and data-driven insights to optimize workforce performance.
The VP HR will support multiple Berkley operating units.
Strategic Talent Leadership
- Develop and execute forward-looking talent strategies, including workforce planning, succession management, and leadership development, to meet current and future business needs.
- Drive retention initiatives that address evolving employee expectations, hybrid work models, and competitive labor markets.
AI & Digital Transformation
- Integrate AI and advanced analytics into HR processes for recruiting, performance management, and predictive workforce planning.
- Promote digital HR solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.'
Change Management & Organizational Agility
- Lead change management strategies to support business transformation, ensuring leaders and employees are equipped to adapt to new technologies and processes.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives on organizational design and cultural evolution.
Employee Experience & Engagement
- Champion a culture of inclusion, engagement, and continuous learning.
- Oversee programs for onboarding, performance management, recognition, and career development.
Business Partnership
- Collaborate with senior leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals, providing insights on talent risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to annual business planning and budgeting processes with a focus on human capital priorities.
- Manage HR-related budgets in collaboration with President and CFO, including compensation and benefit analysis.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to employment laws and ethical standards.
- Manage employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary actions with fairness and transparency.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles with a track record of driving strategic initiatives.
- Expertise in talent management, organizational development, and change leadership.
- Familiarity with HR technology platforms, AI applications, and data analytics.
- Strong business acumen and ability to influence at the executive level.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 10 years of experience in a leadership role and a minimum of seven years progressive HR experience.
- One of the following preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP
Additional Company DetailsThe Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: • Base Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000 • Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship DetailsSponsorship not Offered for this Role
