Director, HR Business Partner

Unum

. Develop and implement HR strategies and action plans aligned with business objectives .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePortland • Maine • United StatesLead💰 $89,900 - $169,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in HR strategy development, change management, and data analysis to drive organizational effectiveness and talent management initiatives. Proven ability to collaborate across business areas and influence senior management while managing multiple priorities.

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HR Strategy DevelopmentChange ManagementData AnalysisProject ManagementOrganizational Effectiveness

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionPerformance ManagementSuccession PlanningWorkforce PlanningEmployee EngagementOrganizational DesignTotal RewardsFacilitationConsultingImplementation Solutions

Soft Skills

CollaborationCredibility BuildingService OrientationLeadershipCommunication

Industry Keywords

Workplace TransformationM&AOutsourcingOrganizational RestructuringCustomer Experience Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement HR strategies and action plans aligned with business objectives
Leverage organizational design, workforce planning, talent data and analytics, talent acquisition, performance management, succession, total rewards, talent development, and employee engagement
Drive talent plans aligned with organizational change management plans
Provide input on stakeholder analyses, communications and training plans, risk identification and mitigation, transition plans, and measures of success
Coach and advise business change leads, senior leaders, and managers
Use data and analytics to drive talent discussions and influence the organization
Drive enterprise HR initiatives and align talent plans with enterprise-wide HR strategies and programs
Collaborate with Staffing, Benefits, Training, Compensation, and Employee Relations HR partners
Identify and share strategies and solutions to improve organizational effectiveness
Drive implementation of appropriate solutions
Report to and partner with the AVP, Senior HR Business Partner
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience (5-7 years) in the field of HR, with solid knowledge of all HR functions as key business levers
Minimum of 3 years of change management experience focusing on the people side of change
Experience with workplace transformation, M&A, outsourcing, organizational restructuring, customer experience transformation, or other large-scale employee changes
Demonstrated success as an internal consultant
Ability to build credibility with all levels of management
Strong data analysis skills
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated success analyzing organizational issues and implementing appropriate solutions
Skilled as a facilitator
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior management
Strong collaboration skills across business areas and within HR
Ability to balance business demands and HR organization priorities
Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
Strong service orientation
Positive leadership reputation among colleagues

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package including Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO, including paid time to volunteer
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
Healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental)
Insurance benefits (short & long-term disability)
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% and additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute or not