Unum · 3 days ago
Manager I&D Business Partner
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $143K/yr
7+ years expUnum is a leading provider of employee benefits, committed to helping individuals thrive. The Manager I&D Business Partner will act as a subject matter expert in inclusion and diversity, collaborating with various stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that enhance inclusion and belonging within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Act as the main liaison between business areas and I&D; collaborate with HR, L&D, and other key stakeholders
Provide I&D expertise and develop tailored strategies across business units, managing all aspects of I&D program execution, including scoping, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting
Assess risks, manage bottlenecks, provide escalation, and balance team capacity
Lead scope of work with business leaders, Inclusion Business Champions, and HRBPs to embed and implement key I&D initiatives across all aspects of the employee experience, enhancing inclusion and belonging within the business
Offer advice on I&D priorities and action plans, focusing on effective action plan implementation
Coach leaders to improve inclusive leadership and team effectiveness through in-person and virtual channels
Enhance work relationships, morale, and productivity while supporting employee engagement and retention
Collaborate with business leaders and Directors of Talent Development on talent and succession planning, including HIPO identification and development
Tactical support to leaders and internal partners including creation of I&D resources, team activities, discussion guides, and recommended courses and webinars to boost I&D skills and knowledge
Use data and metrics to provide I&D data-informed insights and drive I&D improvements and provide actionable insights
Analyze feedback and key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of inclusion and diversity programs
Engage in cross-functional projects for continuous I&D advancement
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, advance degree preferred
This position requires 7+ years of experience with business partner and project management planning
Proven experience managing complex projects independently and with cross-functional or virtual teams
Expertise in working within large, diverse organizations and with people from varied backgrounds
Strong commitment to advancing equity and fostering a culture of belonging
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Collaborative and energetic team player, adaptable and diplomatic
Comfortable with ambiguity and thriving in fast-paced, fluid environments
Passionate about diversity, inclusion, social justice, and equity with experience working across diverse communities
Skilled in navigating matrixed organizations and rapidly changing environments
Demonstrated leadership with a track record of achieving results and influencing others
Strong analytical, technical, and project management skills, including proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint and Excel)
Effective communicator with experience working with executive management and handling confidential information
Ability to manage multiple projects, re-prioritize as needed, and drive completion using project management tools
Travel requirements are estimated at 30-35% overall but can vary throughout the year
Benefits
Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
Company
Unum
Since our founding in 1848, Unum has been a leader in the employee benefits business through innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Curt Burghardt
Vice President People Delivery
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