Human Resources

• Leads the team that consults, coaches, and advises corporate and field leaders at all levels in support of the performance management continuum: coaching and feedback, corrective action, documented performance improvement plans, and involuntary terminations
• Conducts thorough investigations for sensitive or complex performance management related issues, including fact finding, case management, documentation, escalation, and resolution of such issues, up to and including termination of employment
• Demonstrates strong enterprise risk acumen, applying exceptional judgment and decision-making capabilities to navigate complex, high-impact situations
• Able to effectively balance risk mitigation with business objectives to develop recommendations and solutions and understands the distinctions between employee and independent contractor workforce models
• Exercises sound judgement in managing all aspects of the performance management continuum and employment actions up to and including termination, in alignment with organizational policies, practices and legal requirements
• Develops, maintains, and/or implements effective strategies, processes, tools, templates, systems, and implementation plans to ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and practices related to the performance management continuum, in partnership with the Product Operating Team focused on performance management and key stakeholders
• Maintains and applies current knowledge of employment laws and regulations and Thrivent policies and practices
• Cultivates strong partnerships and serves as the primary point of contact for performance management concerns that require cross-functional collaboration and/or escalation with stakeholders such as: Human Resources Business Partners, Human Resources Centers of Expertise, Human Resources Leadership Team, Employee Relations, Code of Conduct, Lawyers, and other Employment Law and Compliance teams
• Leverages data-driven insights to recommend and/or implement risk mitigation strategies and opportunities for improvement within business groups and across the enterprise
• Recruits, develops, and sustains a high-performing team while promoting a culture of shared accountability, operational excellence, and partnership across the organization
• Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes
• Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our clients
• Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent’s trust and reputation remain strong with its clients
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

Director, HR Performance Consulting

Human Resources Manager