Head of HR Consulting, MMUS

Do you want to be part of a team that encourages your growth, supports your ambitions and makes it a priority for you to reach your goals? Is helping people part of who you are? At MassMutual, we help millions of people find financial freedom, offer financial protection and plan for the future. We do this by building trust with our customers by being knowledgeable problem solvers and prioritize their needs above all else. We Live Mutual.DescriptionDo you want to be part of a team that encourages your growth, supports your ambitions and makes it a priority for you to reach your goals? Is helping people part of who you are? At MassMutual, we help millions of people find financial freedom, offer financial protection and plan for the future. We do this by building trust with our customers by being knowledgeable problem solvers and prioritize their needs above all else. We Live Mutual.POSITION SUMMARYMassMutual Human Resources is a dedicated team of HR professionals who share a common vision to create a workplace of choice where innovative, diverse and exceptional people thrive together. Our approach to HR is progressive, strategic and innovative. We are currently seeking a Senior Human Resource Business Partner to support a member of our Executive Leadership Team and an organization of 2,400 employees.Through consulting, coaching, and partnering on the human capital strategy, the Senior HRBP will consult with leaders to help them better leverage talent to exceed strategic business aspirations and objectives.Reports to Head of Human Resources Consulting & Talent Management. This position will be hybrid (combination of in the office and work from home) and can be based in Boston or Springfield, MA.JOB DESCRIPTION* Partner directly with senior management to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business priorities* Develop holistic Talent strategy: Build actionable sourcing (internal / external), onboarding, development, engagement, retention plans for high potential and critical role talent* Invest in development to align top talent''s career growth with future state leadership needs* Ensure succession readiness with realistic, actionable development plans* Forecasting and Workforce Planning - Create strategy and contingency plans based on market trends and organizational needs* Coach and partner with leaders to create actionable plans to improve leadership effectiveness; influence team effectiveness* Partner with leaders on strategic organizational design to ensure they have the right talent with the right skills for today and in the future* Partner to create and execute a diversity -focused action plan and culture of inclusion* Demonstrates high level experience in developing and enhancing cultural competence associated with the company''s values* Provide guidance and insight to establishing performance objectives, calibrating performance assessments and compensation planning* Promote One HR to leverage expertise and capability to achieve the greatest business impact. Collaborate effectively with COE partners to share business concerns, identify optimal solutions and programs.* Advocate effectively for business needs; help shape HR initiatives to address most important gaps in business and anticipate readiness and change management concerns.* Deliver change management interventions in partnership with Talent Management.* Help protect the company''s ethical reputation and mitigate liability risk.* Manage a team of four HR Business Partners.* Lead Human Resource projects and initiatives.QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelor''s degree and a strong foundation of experience in an HR Business Partner role* Experience leading a team of HR professionals* Demonstrated effective consulting and influencing skills* Service and results oriented with a sense of urgency* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate and build trust, within complex organizational relationships* Agility, Flexibility, adaptability; able to effectively prioritize* Ability to work through complex situations with leaders at all levels of the organization* Comfortable operating in a highly matrixed environment* Experience partnering with senior business leaders on business strategy, organizational design and talent optimization* Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future* Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorshipPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* MBA and/or SPHR preferred* 10+ years of progressive strategic HR experience.LI-LS1Why Join Us.We''ve been around since 1851. During our history, we''ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.Recognized as a 2020 World''s Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere, MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It''s more than our company structure - it''s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

Created: 2026-03-07