The Vice President, HR Business Partner, will report to a SVP level HR leader. This VP will contribute to creation and execution of the company-wide culture and employee experience. This individual will 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.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Partner with business units to align business strategies with employees and management objectives
• Participate in establishing plans to effectively communicate business strategies and objectives and implementing change initiatives designed to support those goals
• Assess and anticipate HR related needs and communicate needs proactively within HR and business management to develop integrated solutions
• 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
• Formulate partnerships across the HR function and with line management, and employees to deliver value-added service
• Maintain an effective level of knowledge about the business unit and understanding of its goals, culture, and competition
• Use metrics to analyze people issues and trends
• Provide project management and support process improvement within the Human Resources department

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
• Strong Business acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle HR systems
• Experience with merger and acquisition activity preferred
• Bilingual Spanish speaking abilities preferred
• 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 may serve as a coach and mentor to other positions
• This individual will be expected to assess challenges and communicate solutions proactively

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of skills and training
• At least 8+ 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

Working Conditions

• Hybrid working environment (remote and onsite)
• Some travel within Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire required

Committed. Inclusive. Courageous. Eastern Bank has built a legacy of investing in the communities we serve and helping our customers, communities and employees thrive and grow. We pride ourselves in having knowledgeable and experienced professionals that can provide the expertise, personal attention and service our customers deserve.

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.