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Sompo International

HR Business Partner

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In-Office
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Mid level
In-Office
London, Greater London, England, GBR
Mid level
Partners with global Risk, Operations, and IT leaders across the full employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include organizational design, change management, talent and performance management, coaching, employee relations, headcount management, engagement and inclusion initiatives, policy compliance, and HR projects. The role supports senior leaders, collaborates with Centers of Expertise, ensures legal compliance, and contributes to global HR processes in an international matrix environment.
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Job Description

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Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner in our Human Resources Corporate Functions team.


The Corporate Functions HR team supports Sompo’s functions globally, providing tailored partnership to leaders to enhance the functions across the full employment lifecycle. The Business Partner is aligned to the Risk and Operations and IT functions, providing strategic business support to the function globally.


Location: This position will be based out of our London office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.


Our business, your impact, our opportunity:

What you’ll be doing:

  • Managing and coordinating a full range of strategic HR requirements across the full employment Lifecyle to ensure optimal operation of HR Business Partnership.
  • Acting as primary contact point for senior leaders and providing client support.
  • Actively contributing and facilitating in the execution of all global HR processes along the employee lifecycle in partnership with the Centres of Expertise (COE) and the global HR team. Key areas of focus will include: Organizational Design, Change Management, Talent Management, Coaching, Performance Management, Employee Relations and Headcount management.
  • Continually support and promote the Company’s Engagement & Inclusion initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable local legislations and regulations.
  • Assist in the review, execution, and monitoring of policies and procedures to ensure effective awareness in the understanding and application, working closely with respective COE teams and HR Governance.
  • Participate in research, implementation, development, and enhancement in both local and global projects and initiatives

What you’ll bring:

  • Experience (3+ years)  in a HR Business Partner role, preferably within the insurance industry, in a true international matrix structure consistent.  Workday experience advantageous.
  • Strong education background (2:1 degree or equivalent).
  • Strong relationship building skills and experience, evidence of gaining credibility and effective working relationships at all levels.
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, with a clear team focused approach and way of working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven track record in problem-solving; excellent attention to detail, project management and organisational ability.

At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.


Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.


We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents.

Below is a summary of some of the benefits we offer, which may vary depending on the country:

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

Who we are and what we stand for:


At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide. Life at Sompo page


Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.


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