HR Business Partner - Workforce Transformation

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week 

This role will be based in our Home Office - New York City.

Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of talent at New York Life. As part of Human Resources, you'll contribute to a comprehensive strategy that attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Whether it's identifying future leaders, crafting engaging learning experiences, or fostering a vibrant workplace culture, your work directly empowers individuals and fuels the company's growth. Join us and play a vital role in making New York Life a destination employer for generations to come.

Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner- Workforce Transformation to lead and manage comprehensive workforce transformation initiatives within our Technology and Data organizations. This role is responsible for driving organizational change, aligning talent strategies with business objectives, and ensuring the organization is prepared for future workforce challenges in an increasingly digital and evolving market landscape.

The HR Business Partner- Workforce Transformation will collaborate with leadership, HR, and other departments to implement strategies that improve employee engagement, productivity, and skill development, while ensuring a smooth transition to new operating models.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the design, development, and execution of workforce transformation programs, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Learning and Development, etc) to assess workforce needs and identify skill gaps.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to address talent management, organizational design, workforce planning, and future skills requirements.
• Analyze trends in technology, digital transformation, and industry changes to recommend innovative solutions for workforce development.
• Partner with Change Management team to ensure smooth transitions, including communication strategies and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with L&D organization to develop upskilling, reskilling, and learning programs that prepare the workforce for future demands.
• Create and track metrics to measure the success of workforce transformation initiatives and ensure continuous improvement.
• Monitor emerging trends and best practices in workforce management, ensuring the company remains competitive.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in workforce transformation, organizational development, or human resources management.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale transformation projects in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Excel, strong data analytics experience, ability to use data to tell a story.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working with digital tools, automation, and technology-driven transformation processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in workforce planning, talent management, and organizational design.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience in Change Management tools (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR).
• Familiarity with Skills Based architecture
• Experience working with Technology and Data organizations
• Knowledge of industry best practices in workforce transformation, future of work, and agile workforces.

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range:  $95,000-$162,500 

Overtime eligible: Exempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Diversity Promise

We believe in a diverse workforce because it is our mission to advocate for the financial security and success of people in every community. This is why diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are guiding principles that are embedded in our brand and our culture. Click here to learn more about how we have been recognized for our leadership.

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

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Job Requisition ID: 90832