Job Description:

Americo is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our team! This role serves as a strategic advisor and consultant to business leaders, aligning human resources strategies and programs with organizational goals. The Senior HRBP drives organizational effectiveness through talent planning, employee engagement, performance management, and change leadership. This position serves as both a thought partner and a hands-on leader, playing a key role in workforce planning, strengthening culture, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal policies. This HRBP will primarily help support our Information Technology department.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach and advise leaders on talent development, succession planning, organizational design, and employee relations.
• Support change management efforts for organizational transformations, restructures, and process improvements.
• Coach and advise leaders on talent development, succession planning, organizational design, and employee relations.
• Lead workforce planning and strategic talent reviews to ensure the organization has the right talent in place.
• Guide and support performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and annual reviews.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends (e.g., turnover, engagement, hiring) to provide insights and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (e.g., compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, learning & development) to deliver integrated HR support.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with demonstrated success partnering with leaders in a strategic HR role
• Strong understanding of core HR disciplines, including employee relations, organizational development, compensation, and compliance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into practical, business-focused recommendations
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting organizational change or transformation initiatives
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• IT knowledge/background or experience supporting IT company
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred

About Us

Americo: We’re in this for life!

The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a life insurance and annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

What you’ll love about working at Americo:

Compensation:
Our competitive pay and robust bonus program, offered to all associates, will make you feel valued.

Learning and development:
We prepare you for success with a comprehensive, paid training program. Additionally, our Talent Development team creates various development opportunities for associates at every stage of their careers.

Work-life balance:
We value work-life balance with our generous paid time off; you begin accruing hours every month, and they increase with tenure. All new hires earn over three weeks of paid time off annually, plus 11 paid company holidays! We also support new mothers with a maternity leave program, along with paid STD and LTD.

Health and well-being:
We commit to your health and well-being and are proud to offer comprehensive health and life insurance options, including FSA or HSA accounts and subsidies to support your health and fitness goals through vendor partnerships at The Y, Orange Theory, WW, and more.

Future planning:
Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match. We also have tuition reimbursement programs to further your education.

Giving back:
We support several local organizations, such as Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, the American Red Cross, Harvesters, and many more. Our associates volunteer their time and donate money alongside the company to make a difference in our community.

The fun stuff:
Americo participates in the Kansas City Corporate Challenge, a great way to connect with coworkers. Additionally, we host events like a Royals Party at the K, a legendary Holiday Party, and in-office events with local vendors to allow associates to step away from work and enjoy each other’s company.

Bustling environment:
Our newly renovated offices are conveniently located in downtown Kansas City, within walking distance of your favorite restaurants and attractions. Plus, you’ll receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices – downtown parking is a premium, but we’ve got you covered.

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