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Cottingham & Butler We’re seeking a dynamic
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
to join our executive leadership team and drive transformative HR strategies across talent acquisition, development, culture, and organizational design. This position will be based out of our Dubuque, Iowa Headquarters - candidates must be located in/open to relocation to Dubuque, IA. As CHRO, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to the CEO and senior leaders, helping shape a high-performance, values-driven culture that attracts and retains top-tier talent in a competitive market. Key Responsibilities
Partner with leadership to attract top-performing producers and executives in key markets. Enhance & expand college recruiting program for emerging sales talent. Position the company as a premier destination for high-potential sales professionals. Align recruiting strategies with business priorities and long-term goals. Learning & Development
Prepare the workforce for success in an AI-driven, digital-first environment. Reinforce technical insurance education and service excellence training. Collaborate with practice leaders to build career progression and performance development frameworks. Compensation & Retention Strategy
Design innovative compensation models including various pay structures. Lead enterprise-wide succession planning. Develop tailored development programs for each practice area to drive measurable outcomes. Strengthen the employee value proposition for high-impact talent. Succession Planning & Talent Development
Build internal capabilities for talent development rather than relying solely on operational units. Ensure leadership continuity through structured succession planning. Implement scalable, high-impact development programs across the organization. AI, Data & Analytics-Driven HR
Use AI and analytics to enhance hiring quality, predict attrition risks, and monitor engagement. Deploy tools to understand employee motivators and feedback. Create systems for synthesizing employee and leadership insights to inform strategy. Culture, Organizational Design & Change Leadership
Act as a steward of a high-performance, values-driven culture. Shape and communicate a compelling employee value proposition. Lead change initiatives including AI adoption, digital transformation, and organizational redesign. Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning and infrastructure alignment. Design systems that reinforce engagement, recognition, accountability, and service excellence. Qualifications
Senior HR leadership experience (CHRO, VP of HR, or equivalent) within fast-growing, agile organizations where innovation and adaptability are critical. Deep understanding of the financial services sector, with an understanding of both service and sales environment, talent dynamics, and operational complexities. Experience leading HR functions in companies with 1,000+ employees, balancing scale with cultural cohesion and strategic agility. Proven success in sales recruiting and leadership talent acquisition. Expertise in compensation design and incentive programs. Strong background in learning and development strategy. Experience applying AI and data analytics in HR. Executive-level interpersonal and influence skills. Cottingham & Butler is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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Chief Human Resources Officer
role at
Cottingham & Butler We’re seeking a dynamic
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
to join our executive leadership team and drive transformative HR strategies across talent acquisition, development, culture, and organizational design. This position will be based out of our Dubuque, Iowa Headquarters - candidates must be located in/open to relocation to Dubuque, IA. As CHRO, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to the CEO and senior leaders, helping shape a high-performance, values-driven culture that attracts and retains top-tier talent in a competitive market. Key Responsibilities
Partner with leadership to attract top-performing producers and executives in key markets. Enhance & expand college recruiting program for emerging sales talent. Position the company as a premier destination for high-potential sales professionals. Align recruiting strategies with business priorities and long-term goals. Learning & Development
Prepare the workforce for success in an AI-driven, digital-first environment. Reinforce technical insurance education and service excellence training. Collaborate with practice leaders to build career progression and performance development frameworks. Compensation & Retention Strategy
Design innovative compensation models including various pay structures. Lead enterprise-wide succession planning. Develop tailored development programs for each practice area to drive measurable outcomes. Strengthen the employee value proposition for high-impact talent. Succession Planning & Talent Development
Build internal capabilities for talent development rather than relying solely on operational units. Ensure leadership continuity through structured succession planning. Implement scalable, high-impact development programs across the organization. AI, Data & Analytics-Driven HR
Use AI and analytics to enhance hiring quality, predict attrition risks, and monitor engagement. Deploy tools to understand employee motivators and feedback. Create systems for synthesizing employee and leadership insights to inform strategy. Culture, Organizational Design & Change Leadership
Act as a steward of a high-performance, values-driven culture. Shape and communicate a compelling employee value proposition. Lead change initiatives including AI adoption, digital transformation, and organizational redesign. Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning and infrastructure alignment. Design systems that reinforce engagement, recognition, accountability, and service excellence. Qualifications
Senior HR leadership experience (CHRO, VP of HR, or equivalent) within fast-growing, agile organizations where innovation and adaptability are critical. Deep understanding of the financial services sector, with an understanding of both service and sales environment, talent dynamics, and operational complexities. Experience leading HR functions in companies with 1,000+ employees, balancing scale with cultural cohesion and strategic agility. Proven success in sales recruiting and leadership talent acquisition. Expertise in compensation design and incentive programs. Strong background in learning and development strategy. Experience applying AI and data analytics in HR. Executive-level interpersonal and influence skills. Cottingham & Butler is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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