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Artex Risk Solutions · 2 weeks ago

Global Human Resources Director, Artex

Rolling Meadows, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$144K/yr - $281K/yr

15+ years exp

Artex Risk Solutions is a company that reimagines risk management with innovative solutions. They are seeking a Global Human Resources Director to lead HR strategy and execution globally, acting as a senior business partner for the Executive Team and driving engagement, performance management, and talent acquisition initiatives.

InsuranceProfessional ServicesWholesale

Responsibilities

Leading and directing HR strategy, aligning priorities to support business strategy and leveraging synergies and efficiencies within the group and with Gallagher

Act as a senior business partner for the Executive Team, consulting on recruitment, career development, succession planning, restructures, compensation processes, performance management and training needs, employee relations matters, and providing or overseeing timely implementation of agreed actions

Act as HR lead on acquisition and merger activities, coordinating with local HR leaders as appropriate for due diligence and integration

Drive engagement, performance management, talent acquisition and talent development initiatives for the Artex Group

In conjunction with Finance, report and manage employee costs and other key metrics effectively while ensuring sufficient resourcing to meet business needs

Lead and manage the Artex HR team, establishing and maintaining services from the wider Gallagher HR team and outsourced service providers to meet business needs and regulatory and compliance requirements. Overseeing payroll, benefits administration, immigration and other processes in countries where they are not managed within Gallagher directly

Establish and maintain cost effective and efficient HR systems and procedures across the Artex Group

Lead and drive Artex Group’s inclusion and Diversity and Leadership Development initiatives

Qualification

HR management experienceBusiness acumenHuman resource principlesData analysisEmployment legislation knowledgeInclusionDiversity advocacyAdvanced computer literacyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsRelationship building

Required

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or relevant field, preferred

Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience required. Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills

15 years' HR management experience within financial services or re/insurance, ideally within a global corporate environment with matrixed reporting lines

2 years in a group leadership role

7 years in an HR partnership role

Business acumen coupled with a proven and empathetic approach to successfully engaging and consulting with key stakeholders

A full understanding of how a strong HR partnership can impact and contribute to the organization meeting and exceeding its objectives

The interest in, appreciation for and ability to advocate the importance of inclusion and diversity

Thorough knowledge of human resource management principles and best practices, and ability to creatively generate appropriate solutions to complex issues

Solid working knowledge of employment legislation, regulations and employment practices in Bermuda, USA, the Cayman Islands and the UK

Strong understanding of data analysis and ability to use HR metrics to support business initiatives

Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple work streams concurrently

Ability to build relationships with management, colleagues, direct and indirect reports, and to adapt to changing priorities

Highly motivated individual who is deadline-driven, and committed to delivering an excellent level of client service

Excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels

Diligent and firm with high ethical standards

Advanced computer literacy skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!

Life and accident insurance

401(K) and Roth options

Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)

Educational expense reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Digital mental health services (Talkspace)

Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)

Training programs

Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing

Charitable matching gift program

And more...

Company

Artex Risk Solutions

Artex Risk Solutions is an insurance brokerage firm that offers risk management, capital solutions, and outsourcing to the insurance sector. It is a sub-organization of Gallagher.

Founded in 1997

Rolling Meadows, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees