HR Business Partner

Company: Sompo International
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you partner with senior leaders across Risk & Operations and IT to shape HR strategy within a global matrix. You will drive the full employee lifecycle, focusing on design, change, performance, and talent initiatives while ensuring policy compliance and inclusion. You collaborate with COEs and the global HR team to execute HR processes and support cross-functional projects. This is a hands-on, cross-border role that adds value through credible relationships and effective HR governance.

Pay / Benefits

  • Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Retirement & Savings Plans
  • Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits

Responsibilities

  • Manage strategic HR requirements across the full employee lifecycle to support HR business partnership
  • Serve as the primary contact for senior leaders and provide targeted client support
  • Execute and coordinate global HR processes in partnership with COEs and the global HR team
  • Lead focus areas: Organizational Design, Change Management, Talent Management, Coaching, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Headcount management
  • Promote and support Engagement & Inclusion initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations
  • Review, execute, and monitor HR policies and procedures with HR Governance and COE teams
  • Participate in local and global HR projects and initiatives

Key requirements

  • 3+ years in a HR Business Partner role, ideally in insurance within an international matrix structure
  • Workday experience is advantageous
  • Strong educational background (2:1 degree or equivalent)
  • Proven ability to build credibility and stakeholder relationships at all levels
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and a team-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment
  • Track record in problem-solving, with attention to detail, project management and organizational skills
  • Relationship building
  • Communication (written and oral)
  • Team-focused
  • Workday (advantageous)
  • HR processes and governance
  • Policy review and implementation

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Posted: October 1st, 2026