Centene Corporation: Manager, Human Resource Business Partner

You could be the one who changes everything for our 25 million members.

Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time.

As a diversified, multi-national organization, youll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.The Role:You will serve as a strategic partner providing guidance and direction to senior leadership who lead and manage a foundationally strong managed care health plan in Chicago, IL.

The overall employee population is approximately 700 people within our Population Health and Finance teams.

In this position you will also take an active role in building and executing our people and talent strategy in partnership with the local leadership teams with You will drive key initiatives that support building and executing our people and talent strategy with a focus on talent development & succession, workforce planning, retention, culture and engagement, and a variety of other key metrics.About You:First and foremost, you are a highly collaborative and strategic Human Resources leader driven to make a difference and change the face of healthcare.

You are consultative in nature, with a focus on creative resolution while driving the work forward.

You are resourceful, extremely agile and know how to pivot in fast-paced environments.

You are skilled in change management with a forward thinking mindset in all that you do.

You thrive on the development of leadership within the business.

You have worked in a Center of Expertise model.

You live in Chicago or the surrounding area.Position Purpose: Accountable for aligning people strategy with business strategy.

Drive the talent agenda, partnering closely with Centers of Expertise (COEs), HR Operations and business unit leaders to effectively and efficiently deliver a full spectrum of strategic and tactical programs to support business and people objectives.

(Aligned with leader(s) of a small to medium size market or moderately complex client group)Demonstrate a depth of understanding of the business, including key functions/processes and a passion to build business insightServe as a trusted advisor to leadership in all matters related to talent development, organizational performance, engagement and culture, leadership, and strategic planningProvide strategic insight into people data, guiding business leaders through workforce planning and effective people strategies, supporting strategic business objectivesProactively resolve complex business concerns, focused on root cause analysisPartner with COEs, delivering strategic business insight to guide development of programs to support the people strategyDeliver key programs in the business to support talent assessment, talent development, and enhancing leadership capabilitiesDrive and/or oversee cross functional projectsProactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive that cultureAct as proactive change agent, coach leaders to effectively manage changeOur Comprehensive Benefits Package:Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules and dress flexibilityCompetitive payPaid Time Off including paid holidaysHealth insurance coverage for you and dependents401(k) and stock purchase plansTuition reimbursement and best-in-class training and developmentEducation/Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

5+ years of human resources, project management, data analysis, operations, continuous improvement or related business experience.Skills:Ability to influence and coach multiple levels of employee and leadership teamsDemonstrated strategic thought leadershipDemonstrated high degree of critical thinking and decision making abilitiesSuccinct, precise communication skills (verbal and written), adaptable to varying audiencesCentene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.