Senior Human Resources Business Partner

About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to provide Human Resources (Talent Management) services to business partners and team members across Commerce Bank’s Kansas Region, including Wichita, El Dorado, Garden City, Hays, Hutchinson, and Manhattan. The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Talent Management Community Market Manager) serves as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to leaders and team members in Commercial, Trust, Retail, and Operations, delivering expertise in talent strategies that drive organizational success.

Essential Functions

• Advise and collaborate with senior leaders on talent management issues, including organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning

• Utilize data to inform leaders and implement strategies to improve culture, communication and collaboration to increase employee engagement, enablement and retention

• Consult with managers on complex coaching, performance and employee relations issues. Conduct thorough and objective investigations.

• Partner with Talent Management divisions to implement all talent acquisition, talent development, total rewards and culture activities at the local level

• Serve on the Kansas Senior Management team to develop and implement region wide strategies

• Act as a resource to team members for onboarding, benefits, pay, career development, and address employee concerns. Communicate with team members on Talent Management policies, initiatives, and programs.

• Coordinate employee engagement events, community activities, talent development and talent mapping sessions  

• Utilize systems include Workday, Korn Ferry, Matrix, Personify Health and Fidelity to manage talent processes and programs

• Operate independently with minimal guidance from Talent Management leadership

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Advanced understanding of employment laws and regulations, compliance issues, work compensation, compensation structure and benefits administration

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

• Ability to independently make sound recommendations for solutions

• High level of independent judgment and decision-making skills

• Ability to think strategically and holistically about situations and the impact on the Bank

• Ability to coach and mentor team members

• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master's degree preferred.

• 7+ years human resources experience as a generalist or similar role (must have experience handling employee relations) required

• PHR/SPHR certification preferred

**For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Senior Talent Management Community Market Manager job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $91,000 to $107,000 annually.

The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

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