Why Join Thrivent?

Thrivent is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people build strong financial futures while living out their faith-based values. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit company, Thrivent empowers its employees to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives and communities. Located in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota, our headquarters offers a vibrant, collaborative environment with modern amenities, easy access to cultural hotspots, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Joining Thrivent means becoming part of a Fortune 500 company that prioritizes employee well-being, professional growth, and inclusive culture. We offer hybrid work models, generous paid time off, and opportunities to volunteer with faith-based initiatives. Our Digital, Data & Technology division is at the forefront of innovation, driving cutting-edge solutions in fintech, AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity. As a Senior HR Business Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the talent strategy for this dynamic team, ensuring we attract and retain top talent to fuel our technological advancements.

Thrivent is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where every voice is heard and valued. With a strong track record of promoting from within, this role offers unparalleled career progression in HR leadership within a tech-savvy organization.

Role Description

The Senior HR Business Partner - Digital, Data & Technology serves as a key strategic partner to executives and senior leaders within Thrivent's innovative Digital, Data & Technology division. This role provides outcome-based human capital consultation, translating complex business strategies into actionable talent solutions that drive organizational success. Partnering closely with the Director of HR, you'll champion HR strategic priorities and lead the development and execution of talent strategies tailored to high-growth tech functions.

With a strong emphasis on talent management, this position focuses on building robust pipelines for digital transformation roles, advancing organizational capabilities, and empowering high-performance teams. Key initiatives include talent acquisition for specialized tech roles, assessment and development programs, performance management, compensation planning, succession planning, leader development, organizational effectiveness, inclusive culture building, change management, and boosting employee engagement in a fast-paced tech environment.

As a trusted advisor, talent leader, and transformation partner, you'll lead organizational design efforts, from small team restructures to large-scale business unit reorganizations. Strong planning, alignment, and execution skills are essential for delivering successful outcomes in Minneapolis, Minnesota's competitive talent market.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for senior business leaders in Digital, Data & Technology, partnering with the Director of HR on talent plans, organizational design, and effectiveness solutions.
• Translate business goals into integrated talent strategies supporting growth, performance, and engagement in tech-driven areas like data analytics and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Expertise (COE) to deliver key programs, including year-end processes, inclusive culture initiatives, workforce planning, and talent reviews.
• Drive functional talent management, including talent reviews, succession planning, and deploying programs to build pipelines for current strategies and future tech growth.
• Consult and coach leaders on ethical, inclusive, compliant people practices, developing high-potential talent, fostering inclusive cultures, and handling complex employee matters with escalation to Performance Consulting, Employee Relations, or Legal.
• Lead organizational design and change management for tech teams undergoing digital transformations and agile restructures.
• Champion employee engagement initiatives tailored to tech professionals, enhancing retention in competitive fields like software engineering and data science.
• Partner on compensation planning and performance management to align with market rates for Minneapolis tech talent.

Required Skills

To excel as our Senior HR Business Partner, you need a blend of strategic HR expertise and tech-savvy acumen:

• Strategic talent management and succession planning
• Organizational design and change management
• Leadership coaching and development
• Performance management and employee relations
• Inclusive culture and DEI initiatives
• Compensation planning and workforce analytics
• Stakeholder partnership with executives
• HR program deployment and execution
• Knowledge of tech industry talent trends
• Strong data-driven decision-making

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's or SHRM-CP/SCP certification preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years as an HRBP in technology, digital, or data-focused organizations.
• Proven track record leading talent strategies in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with tech talent acquisition, agile transformations, and handling high-volume change initiatives.

Compensation Overview

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives, reflecting Minneapolis market rates for senior HR roles in tech.

Benefits

Thrivent offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, wellness programs, and flexible hybrid schedules. Enjoy 20+ days PTO, volunteer time off, and employee stock purchase plans.

Thrivent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply today to shape the future of tech talent at Thrivent!