WPS—A health solutions company
Role Snapshot
Senior HR Business Partner
– work side by side with leaders to connect people strategies to business goals, drive real business results, and shape a culture where people thrive.
Salary Range $80,000 ~ $100,000 The base pay may vary within this range based on your knowledge, skills, experience, and may fall outside the posted range.
Work Location Hybrid – live in Wisconsin to take advantage of hybrid work. Employees within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway, Madison, WI) will work hybrid 2 days a week. Remote candidates in WI, IL, MN, or IA are considered. Frequent monthly travel to headquarters expected for those not local to Madison.
Key Experience
Build strong relationships with leaders to understand goals, challenges, and opportunities.
Influence without authority.
Translate business objectives into people strategies (talent strategy, engagement, retention, capability building).
Lead teams through change with clarity, consistency, and empathy.
Partner with hiring managers to create clear job descriptions.
Advise managers on performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation.
Coaching on leadership behaviors, team performance, and culture.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent.
5+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner or Generalist in a multi‑state environment.
Working knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR policies.
Solid knowledge of workforce planning, organizational design, talent management, and employee relations best practices.
Build relationships and influence managers through sound judgment and HR expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years of experience working in HR in a large enterprise environment.
Certification as a Professional of Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP), or Certified Performance Technologist (CPT).
Exposure to Unions/Bargaining Units.
Remote Work Requirements
High speed cable or fiber internet.
Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream.
Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information.
Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available.
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with 100% match for the first 3% of salary and 50% match for the next 2% (100% vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health, dental, and telehealth services start DAY 1.
Professional and Leadership Development Programs.
Review additional benefits: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml
Company Overview WPS is a leading not‑for‑profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. We offer health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group plans for small to large businesses, process claims, and provide customer support for Medicare beneficiaries. WPS serves millions of active‑duty and retired military personnel worldwide. With nearly 80 years of service, we are military and veteran ready.
Culture Our culture empowers people, drives innovation, and rewards high performance. We foster an open and inclusive employee experience, engage employees as an investment, and adapt to business changes with agility and innovation.
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– work side by side with leaders to connect people strategies to business goals, drive real business results, and shape a culture where people thrive.
Salary Range $80,000 ~ $100,000 The base pay may vary within this range based on your knowledge, skills, experience, and may fall outside the posted range.
Work Location Hybrid – live in Wisconsin to take advantage of hybrid work. Employees within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway, Madison, WI) will work hybrid 2 days a week. Remote candidates in WI, IL, MN, or IA are considered. Frequent monthly travel to headquarters expected for those not local to Madison.
Key Experience
Build strong relationships with leaders to understand goals, challenges, and opportunities.
Influence without authority.
Translate business objectives into people strategies (talent strategy, engagement, retention, capability building).
Lead teams through change with clarity, consistency, and empathy.
Partner with hiring managers to create clear job descriptions.
Advise managers on performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation.
Coaching on leadership behaviors, team performance, and culture.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent.
5+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner or Generalist in a multi‑state environment.
Working knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR policies.
Solid knowledge of workforce planning, organizational design, talent management, and employee relations best practices.
Build relationships and influence managers through sound judgment and HR expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years of experience working in HR in a large enterprise environment.
Certification as a Professional of Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP), or Certified Performance Technologist (CPT).
Exposure to Unions/Bargaining Units.
Remote Work Requirements
High speed cable or fiber internet.
Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream.
Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information.
Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available.
Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities.
401(k) with 100% match for the first 3% of salary and 50% match for the next 2% (100% vested immediately).
Competitive paid time off.
Health, dental, and telehealth services start DAY 1.
Professional and Leadership Development Programs.
Review additional benefits: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml
Company Overview WPS is a leading not‑for‑profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. We offer health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors, and group plans for small to large businesses, process claims, and provide customer support for Medicare beneficiaries. WPS serves millions of active‑duty and retired military personnel worldwide. With nearly 80 years of service, we are military and veteran ready.
Culture Our culture empowers people, drives innovation, and rewards high performance. We foster an open and inclusive employee experience, engage employees as an investment, and adapt to business changes with agility and innovation.
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