The VP, HR Business Partner, will report to a Sr. HR Business Partner. This VP will contribute to the creation and execution of the company-wide culture and employee experience. This individual will work with multiple business lines to provide consulting support for a full range of HR services including management consulting, employee relations, employee development, compensation management, organizational development, talent acquisition, and talent management. This individual will be a leader within the Human Resources function across Eastern.

Requirements:

• Partner with Senior Business Leaders of the organization to align business and talent strategies to achieve company objectives.

• Maintain an effective level of knowledge about the business unit and understanding of its goals, culture, and competition.

• Interpret data and metrics to analyze people issues and trends; identify solutions as needed.

• Participate in establishing plans to effectively communicate business strategies and objectives and implementing change initiatives designed to support those goals.

• Work with managers at all levels of the organization to implement and lead initiatives related to employee engagement and employee development.

• Consult with management on human resource-related issues. Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.

• Provide expertise, guidance and coaching to leaders in managing and resolving highly sensitive and complex employee relations matters.

• Provide project management and support process improvement within the Human Resources department.

• Assess and anticipate HR related needs and communicate needs proactively within HR and business management to develop integrated solutions.

• Formulate partnerships across the HR function and with line management, and employees to deliver value-added service.

Problem Solving & Decision Making :

• This individual will be expected to be a self-starter working under minimal supervision.

• This individual will be accountable for making decisions appropriate for their position and level.

• This individual has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor to other positions.

• This individual will be expected to assess challenges and communicate solutions proactively.

REQUIREMENTS :

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of skills and training

• At least 10+ years of related Human Resources Business Partner experience.

• Demonstrated success as a true partner to managers to drive strategic people-related change in a business.

• Established reputation as a strong and effective business partner.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Experience in talent management, organizational development, employee relations and recruitment.

• Proven ability to proactively translate business objectives to effective HR strategies.

• Collaborate effectively with and influence peers and other leaders in making business decisions to solve complex problems.

• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.

• In-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to management of employees.

• Ability to lead special projects and teams by establishing project action plans and executing against plans.

• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience making data driven decisions.

• Business acumen.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle HR systems.

• Experience preparing and presenting executive summaries.

• Experience with merger and acquisition activity preferred.

• Bilingual Spanish speaking abilities preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid working environment (remote and onsite)

• Some travel within Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire required

At Eastern Bank, we pride ourselves on supporting our employees by offering tremendous opportunity for individual growth. As an inclusive company, we work to ensure that our valued employees are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, and encouraged to reach their fullest potential. These values have earned us a reputation as a great place to work and provide a strong reason why you should consider a career with us. We are proud to offer comprehensive compensation plans and a benefits program called Total Rewards that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, vacation and tuition reimbursement.

Eastern Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, religion, national origin, citizenship, neurodivergence, age, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Eastern Bank, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t fully align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply! You may be just the right candidate for this position or others across the company. Our Recruitment team is waiting to chat with YOU.