People Business Partner

Overview: If you're looking for the stability of a profitable, growing company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup, we’re hiring. SageSure, a leader in catastrophe-exposed property insurance, is seeking a People Business Partner. As a People Business Partner (PBP), you will play a critical role in supporting the Senior People Business Partner in delivering high-impact HR solutions to business leaders and employees across our Software & Program teams. This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in the People space while building trusted partnerships and directly owning relationships with assigned client groups. You will support employee engagement, talent processes, team effectiveness, and culture across your designated client groups, working closely with the broader People team to ensure consistent and effective execution of People strategies. The People Team is a dynamic partner to the business, driving initiatives that support performance, growth, and operational excellence. We collaborate across functions to enable effective leadership, strengthen organizational structure, and cultivate a culture where employees feel valued and equipped to succeed. Our work ensures the company and its people are set up for long-term success. We want you if your mindset includes: A sense that you’re a builder, and comfortable with ambiguity A strong sense of accountability and co-ownership of challenges A desire to work in an environment where priorities change as we learn Ambition to help achieve our mission while progressing your career Persistent and independent to get the task done without a lot of direction A love for the all-hands-on-deck feels of a startup—no task too big or too small Passion, grit, and enjoy organizing chaos What you’d be doing: Partner with business leaders to assess organizational needs and translate them into actionable people strategies Support workforce planning, org design, and team structure decisions that enable growth and effectiveness Coach managers on performance management, feedback, and development conversations Guide employee relations matters in collaboration with the Director of ER & Compliance to ensure fair, timely resolutions Help deliver core HR programs like engagement surveys, compensation reviews, performance cycles, and talent planning Use people data and engagement insights to identify trends, improve retention, and drive a strong team culture Support recruiting efforts by aligning roles to business needs and partnering on hiring and onboarding Communicate HR policies, programs, and changes clearly and consistently across teams Champion inclusion and engagement by supporting DEIB efforts and fostering a values-driven culture Partner closely with the Senior People Business Partner to deliver tailored people solutions that align with business priorities and SageSure’s values We’re looking for someone who has: Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 5–7 years of experience as a People Business Partner Strong working knowledge of core HR functions, including employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and engagement Familiarity with U.S. employment law and HR compliance practices; California knowledge is a plus Experience supporting fast-paced teams that coordinate across multiple business functions to deliver complex initiatives Ability to solve problems of basic complexity; resourceful and takes initiative to seek internal and external resources and support when problem-solving Experience with Microsoft platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HR people platforms Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Highly preferred candidates also have: HR-related certification (e.g. PHR or SPHR) Insurance experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, lookups, data analysis, and executive-ready reporting Experience using Smartsheet for project tracking, workflow management, dashboards, or cross-functional planning About SageSure: Named among the Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance for four years in a row (2020-2023), SageSure is one of the largest managing general underwriters (MGU) focused on catastrophe-exposed property in the US. Since its founding in 2009, SageSure has experienced exceptional growth while generating underwriting profits for carrier partners through hurricanes, wildfires, and hail. Available in 16 states, SageSure offers more than 110 home, flood, and commercial products on behalf of its highly rated carrier partners. Today, SageSure manages more than $3.2 billion of inforce premium and helps protect more than 970,000 policyholders. We have more than 1,000 employees in a distributed workforce environment across 12 offices—Fairfield, CA; Mountain View, CA; Cheshire, CT; Jacksonville, FL; Tallahassee, FL; Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL; Jersey City, NJ; Marlton, NJ; Cincinnati, OH; Houston, TX; Sheboygan, WI—who are tackling the industry’s toughest challenges. SageSure is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the spectrum of perspectives, experiences, and abilities of the world we live in. We recognize that our differences make us strong, and we actively seek out diverse candidates through partnerships with organizations, institutions and communities that represent various backgrounds. We champion belonging and inclusion for all identities, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, ability status, gender, and country of origin, striving to create a culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our nimble, highly responsive culture nurtures critical thinkers who run toward problems and engineer solutions. We relentlessly pursue better outcomes by investing in the technology, talent, and tools that position us to succeed in demanding markets. Come join our team! Visit sagesure.com/careers to find a position for you. California Applicants: View SageSure’s Workforce Members’ Privacy Notice - CA Privacy Policy & Notice of Collection Apply To This Job