Director, Human Resources - Corporate

Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) is a Bermuda-based holding company (collectively with its subsidiaries, "Essent") which serves the housing finance industry by offering private mortgage insurance, reinsurance, risk management products and title insurance and settlement services to mortgage lenders, borrowers, and investors to support homeownership. We are focused on managing risk and dedicated to serving as a strong and fair counterparty. As a company, we bring strong private capital and a commitment to risk management to the mortgage insurance industry.

Title: Director, Human Resources

Location:  Radnor, PA

The Director, Human Resources is a proactive, hands-on leader responsible for providing both strategic direction and operational oversight across all core HR functions. This role requires demonstrated success in independently managing complex employee relations matters, full-cycle talent acquisition, talent management, and the administration of HR programs through a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), including benefits, payroll, and HRIS management. Serving as a trusted advisor and business partner to organizational leaders, the Director drives workforce strategies that support business objectives, ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

As a dynamic and resourceful professional, we will rely on you to perform the following duties:

• Act as a primary HR advisor and build strong relationships with client group(s) to understand business needs and influence outcomes through effective HR plans.
• Manage and drive the performance management programs, including the annual MBO cycle, mid-year and year-end performance reviews, and development of performance improvement plans to drive accountability and employee growth.
• Lead the resolution of complex employee relations matters by conducting thorough investigations, assessing risk, and providing strategic guidance and coaching to leaders on corrective actions, performance management, and employee outcomes.
• Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process for designated client group(s), partnering with hiring teams to optimize candidate experience, refine sourcing strategies, and streamline the hiring-to-onboarding pipeline.
• Drive HR operational efficiency by overseeing HRIS governance, payroll, benefits, and data analytics to improve efficiency, data integrity, and employee experience.
• Ensure robust compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Mitigate organizational risk by overseeing leave administration, accommodations, and workforce compliance policies.
• Oversee salary structures, job descriptions, and jobs align with market trends, internal equity, and business objectives.
• Design, implement and facilitate targeted learning and development initiative to build organizational capabilities and support employee growth.
• Manage vendor and PEO partnerships, promoting fiscal responsibility, optimizing costs, and ensuring operational effectiveness, compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Build and lead a high-performing team through effective recruitment, development, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, trust, and collaboration.
• Model and uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

 Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or similar professional certification preferred
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant experience in leadership, managerial, or senior HR Business Partner role.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to translate business needs into HR strategy.
• Strong background in handling complex employee relations matters. 
• Expert knowledge of employment law, HR principles, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational bottlenecks, redesign HR workflows utilizing modern digital tools, and foster a culture of continuous innovation to elevate the overall employee experience.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills to oversee complex HR data and maintain meticulous record keeping.
• Proven proficiency leading projects to seamlessly plan, resource, and execute mid-to-long-term HR roadmaps on time and within budget constraints.
• Experience leading compensation, benefits, and talent programs.
• Proven experience championing major, company-wide HR initiatives such as systems integration and HR process improvements.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and influence across all levels.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in HRIS/ATS systems and MS Office.
• Financial services or title insurance industry experience is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple high-priority initiatives.

Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and disability benefits. We work to maintain a positive environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. Essent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.