Sr. Human Resources Business Partner

LaSalle Network is partnering with our client, a high-growth, specialty insurance leader where HR has a true seat at the table, to hire a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner in Chicago, IL. Our client is seeking a highly hands-on HR business partner to support one of their largest business units and provide day-to-day, high-impact partnership from frontline employee needs through senior leadership. Responsibilities Partner directly with leadership to align people strategy with business goals across a 500+ employee organization. Lead employee relations work including performance management, documentation, coaching, progressive discipline, PIPs, terminations, and sensitive employee matters. Conduct and manage complex investigations and executive-level employee relations issues with sound judgment and discretion. Drive talent management efforts including succession planning, talent reviews, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and performance processes. Assess organizational challenges, recommend improvements, and provide respectful pushback and influence without authority to improve outcomes. Collaborate with finance partners to support workforce planning, expense guidance, and talent investment discussions. Build trust and credibility quickly by establishing strong relationships across all levels and maintaining a highly collaborative operating style. Qualifications 7+ years of Human Resources Business Partner experience. Demonstrated depth in employee relations, including complex investigations and executive-level ER matters. Experience supporting a complex, regulated, or similarly high-stakes environment (insurance claims experience preferred, or financial services industry experience). Proven ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and influence without authority through strong relationship-building and communication. Comfort operating in a highly hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” environment rather than strategy-only HRBP work. Ability to work on-site five days per week in Chicago. Willingness to travel as needed (25% to start). Key Details Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $160,000 – $180,000 Benefits (Direct Hire): Medical Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vision Insurance Bonus Eligibility: Eligible to earn discretionary bonus. Location: Chicago, IL Work Model: On-siteTravel Requirements: Approximately 25% travel initially; expected to taper to 10–15% long term. LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change. #J-18808-Ljbffr