HR Business Partner – Lead

Humana

. Lead the people management agenda in a business unit/area and act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesSenior💰 $115,200 - $158,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic HR leadership, workforce planning, and change management, with a strong focus on organizational effectiveness and talent management. Proven ability to leverage data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive high-performing cultures.

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Strategic HR LeadershipWorkforce PlanningChange ManagementTalent ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningSuccession PlanningOrganizational EffectivenessChange LeadershipPerformance AnalyticsData-Driven InsightsTalent RetentionBusiness Intelligence ToolsHRIS PlatformsOrganizational Design

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing OutcomesBuilding Trusted RelationshipsResilience

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesBusiness PartnershipOrganizational ConsultingStakeholder EngagementLeadership DevelopmentMatrixed OrganizationsHR ProgramsBest PracticesChange InitiativesComplex Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the people management agenda in a business unit/area and act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership
Shape and execute people strategies supporting business priorities, organizational effectiveness, and a high-performing culture
Align workforce, talent, leadership, and organizational strategies with business objectives
Provide data-driven insights, organizational consulting, and change leadership in a complex, highly matrixed environment
Connect talent, compensation, learning, workforce planning, and other HR functions to drive coordinated outcomes
Translate business priorities into workforce plans, organizational capabilities, leadership strategies, and talent initiatives
Advise senior leaders on organizational effectiveness, talent management, succession planning, and workforce-related decisions
Lead organizational design efforts involving role clarity, decision rights, operating models, and team effectiveness
Drive leadership and succession strategies
Lead change management through stakeholder engagement, communication, readiness, adoption, and sustainment strategies
Analyze workforce, talent, and business data to identify trends, assess organizational health, inform decisions, and measure outcomes
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence and stakeholders to deliver integrated people solutions
Identify risks, evaluate options, and provide evidence-based recommendations
Facilitate collaboration across business areas and HR teams
Drive adoption of HR programs, processes, and best practices
Advise leaders through organizational changes, leadership transitions, and evolving priorities
Advance HR capabilities through knowledge sharing, best practices, and scalable solutions
Present workforce insights, organizational trends, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Lead confidential and special projects supporting organizational effectiveness and business transformation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
Experience coaching and advising senior leaders, including serving as an accountability partner for company values and leadership behaviors
Demonstrated ability to advise on workforce planning and succession strategies that build a strong pipeline of future leadership talent
Ability to lead and/or facilitate effective change initiatives and activate change through influence rather than direct oversight
Seven or more years of progressive HR experience, with emphasis on strategic business partnership, talent management, and data analysis
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to interpret performance analytics and identify meaningful insights that inform action
Proven track record contributing to improvements in talent retention and organizational effectiveness
Strong proficiency with HRIS platforms, business intelligence tools, and other technology required to perform the essential functions of the role
Ability to travel approximately 25% based on business needs
Demonstrated success advising senior leaders within complex, highly matrixed organizations
Deep understanding of workforce planning, talent management, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and change leadership principles
Ability to leverage workforce and business data to identify trends, challenge assumptions, and support strategic decision-making
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect workforce, operational, customer, and business considerations
Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and build consensus without direct authority
Exercises sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and complex situations
Builds strong partnerships across HR and business teams to deliver effective solutions
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while maintaining focus on priorities
Proven ability to proactively identify issues, develop solutions, and drive execution in a fast-paced environment
Minimum home internet speed of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload
Ability to work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus incentive plan based upon company and/or individual performance
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Personal holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Remote work arrangement
Dedicated home workspace supporting protection of member PHI/HIPAA information