Senior People Business Partner

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Senior People Business Partner to join our team in Newport Beach, CA.

As a Sr. People Business Partner you will operate as a senior people strategist  and thought partner to executives across global teams, accountable for shaping workforce and organizational decisions that drive business outcomes.  In this role, you will shape and execute enterprise-level talent and organizational strategies, influence leadership decision making, and deliver data-backed insight that materially impact business performance and readiness.

This is not a generalist HR role; it is a senior‑level people business partner position requiring strategic judgment, enterprise perspective, and independent decision‑making.

How you’ll help move us forward:

Talent Strategy, Leadership Development & Workforce Planning

• Lead global talent planning and workforce strategy discussions, including succession planning, capability assessments, and workforce design, with accountability for identifying risk and readiness gaps.
•  Influence senior leaders to make intentional talent investment decisions that build critical capabilities (e.g., AI fluency, digital skills, and adaptability) aligned to future business needs.
• Provide coaching and tools that enhance leadership effectiveness, team performance, and organizational capability.

Organizational Effectiveness & Change Leadership 

• Assess and shape organizational structures and operating models; recommend improvements that enhance effectiveness, scalability and sustained performance.
•  Partner with and challenge senior leaders in navigating transformation and change, strengthening organizational readiness, execution discipline, and cultural alignment.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen workforce agility and cross‑team collaboration.

AI‑Enabled Insights & People Analytics

• Use advanced analytics and AI‑enabled tools to uncover workforce trends and inform senior‑level decisions
• Convert complex workforce data into clear, compelling narratives and recommendations that drive leadership action

Culture & Global Employee Experience

• Co‑lead global culture and engagement strategies that reinforce high performance, accountability and enterprise collaboration.
• Provide senior‑level guidance on employee experience and organizational engagement themes.
• Identify and address systemic barriers that impede performance, engagement, or scalability across global teams.

The experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree,  Master’s in HR, Business, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 5 years as a People Business Partner, partnering with and influencing senior leaders on complex organizational and workforce decisions
• Strong background in talent strategy, organizational design, workforce planning, or leadership development.
• Advanced proficiency with analytics, insights, and AI‑enabled HR tools.
• Exceptional influencing skills and executive presence, with the ability to lead through ambiguity.
• Experience working in complex, global, or matrixed organizations.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Proven ability to diagnose organizational challenges and architect scalable solutions.
• Strong data storytelling skills—able to turn analytics into clear, compelling leadership insights.
• Demonstrated ability to drive culture, inclusion, and change‑readiness across global teams.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging HR technology, AI, and digital transformation.

You can be who you are.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

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EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.