Vice President Human Resources

Company: Northwest Human Resources Council
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

THE COMPANY: For over 100 years, Americo Life, Inc.'s family of insurance companies has been committed to providing a complete portfolio of competitive Life Insurance and Annuity products designed for their agents and policyholders to protect individual lives and families. And with a financial strength rating of "A" (Excellent) from "A.M. Best", they have become one of the most trusted in the business. This privately-owned / operated, multi-billion-dollar insurance company is a hidden gem situated in the Heart of downtown Kansas City, MO that places people at the center of all they do! And the Vice President of Human Resources & Development we seek to recruit for Americo, will be at the very center of their ongoing and continued success of being one of Kansas City's most dynamic, people centric employers. For more information, visit their website and careers page.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Due to a pending retirement, Americo is seeking to recruit a Vice President of Human Resources and Development who will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic HR plans and policies to support the company's mission and strategy. The Vice President will also manage and develop a highly dynamic, business-facing HR team through the next phase of growth and change.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Lead, partner with, and influence the business with key HR decisions and actions related to organizational design, performance management, talent acquisition, talent development, employee engagement, employee relations, compensation, payroll, and benefits.

Provide employee relations management that creates a positive organizational culture and minimizes risk.

Investigate and resolve employee complaints, issues, and concerns regarding employment practices. Develop and implement a talent strategy that supports short-and long-term investments in business strategies, enterprise initiatives, and the achievement of overall business objectives.

Work with business leadership to discern the current and future business needs and evaluate bench strength in critical positions.

Assist in the administration, management, and implementation of targeted training programs as required and in collaboration with our talent development team.

Implement and execute performance management programs and procedures, including but not limited to performance appraisals and performance improvement plans.

Partner with the HR Compensation function to gain knowledge of pay reference points and market data.

Collaborate with the business and the compensation team in the compensation planning process.

Management and development of a team of Human Resource professionals.

Cultivate leadership and ethical values in self and others through modeling and coaching.

As a trusted HR business leader, build relationships with leaders across the organization(s).

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Ensure a high degree of discretion and confidentiality.

This role will also oversee Facilities Management.EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

10 + Human Resource executive leadership experience

Excellent data management and analytical skills with strong attention to detail

Recruiting, employee relations, compensation planning, and performance management experience required

Strong people management skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization

Ability to lead, manage, and thrive through growth and change

Drive for results that are aligned with business needs.

Partners and collaborates well with others across different teams.

Leads, develops, and supports others.

Sound decision-making that is data-driven; evaluates and weighs multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Well organized, able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, potentially managing multiple projects or initiatives simultaneously.

Bachelor's degree required - Human Resources Management, Business or related field or equivalent.

SPHR Certification preferred.
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