Chief Human Resources Officer
Cottingham & ButlerDubuque, Iowa, United States
Posted September 25, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Cottingham & Butler is a leading privately held insurance broker in the U.S., specializing in innovative property & casualty and employee benefit solutions. With over 1,300 employees across the country, the company offers comprehensive services including captives, health insurance, manufacturing, and agribusiness. Cottingham & Butler's commitment to superior advice, service, and innovation has driven its growth since 1887.
Job Description
This strategic role is for a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead transformative HR strategies across talent acquisition, development, culture, and organizational design. The CHRO will partner with senior leaders to build a high-performance culture and implement AI-driven practices. The position will be based in Dubuque, Iowa.
Requirements
- Senior HR leadership experience (CHRO, VP of HR, or equivalent) within fast-growing, agile organizations
- Deep understanding of the financial services sector
- Experience leading HR functions in companies with 1,000+ employees
- Proven success in sales recruiting and leadership talent acquisition
- Expertise in compensation design and incentive programs
- Strong background in learning and development strategy
- Experience applying AI and data analytics in HR
- Executive-level interpersonal and influence skills
