VP, Diversity and Talent Experience Officer (Hybrid) at TruStage

At TruStage, we’re on a mission to make a brighter financial future accessible to everyone. We put people first, and work hand in hand with employees and customers to create a diverse and inclusive environment. Passionate about building insurance and financial services solutions, we push the boundaries of what’s possible. We need you to help us shape what’s next. You’ll be encouraged to share your experiences, ideas and skills to help others take control of their financial future.

Join a team that has received numerous awards for being a top place to work: TruStage awards and recognition

Location Preference: Madison, WI (hybrid)

Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Hybrid details: Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment with travel or on-site presence for major events. Preference is to be Madison area based or willing to commit to being present in the Madison area community to attend events, lead community related efforts and engage in community organizations.

Compensation: $137,000 (Min) - $240,000 (Mid) - $343,000 (Max)

TruStage is seeking a visionary and operationally strong VP, Diversity & Talent Experience Officer to lead the full employee lifecycle—uniting Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI) into one integrated, enterprise impact function. This leader will ensure our talent practices and inclusive culture scale in support of TruStage’s strategic growth and the increasingly diverse consumers we serve.

This role is ideal for a leader who has both designed and delivered talent and DEI strategies—someone who can think long-term, operate in the details, and measure what matters.

Why This Role Matters: As TruStage protects more consumers and expands into more communities, our ability to build a workforce that reflects, understands, and innovates for our consumers is essential. This role ensures our talent and culture evolve in alignment with our growth aspirations and our lasting commitment to inclusion. Join us in shaping the future of talent, inclusion, and leadership at TruStage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full Talent Experience portfolio, including Talent Acquisition, performance management, leadership development, mentoring, succession planning, and career pathways.
• Build and evolve a consumer-centered DEI strategy aligned to business objectives and workforce needs.
• Integrate DEI across all talent systems to ensure equitable access, advancement, and outcomes.
• Strengthen inclusive leadership capabilities across all levels of the enterprise.
• Develop enterprise talent strategies that support capability building, mobility, and future readiness.
• Build operating mechanisms, tools, frameworks, and governance to ensure consistent delivery and measurable results.
• Use workforce analytics, insights, and data storytelling to inform decisions and track progress.
• Partner with the C-suite and Board on talent and DEI updates, progress, and strategic priorities.
• Ensure the employee experience reflects TruStage values, culture, and the diverse communities and consumers we serve.
• Lead the TruStage Foundation and CSR (Community Social Responsibility) function and demonstrate active leadership within the community.
• Support partner-based DEI services as a part of the TruStage mission and purpose.
• Provide strategic leadership for employee groups (ERGs, Leadership Cohorts, etc)
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years in HR, Talent, DEI, or related executive leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience working with and leading community-based foundations focused on core values support. Experience leading employee-based donation campaigns.
• Extensive practices in leading large scale DEI organizational strategy and outcomes.
• Demonstrated impact leading talent acquisition, talent development, or DEI portfolios at scale.
• Strong business acumen with experience supporting consumer-minded organizations.
• Proven ability to design and operationalize programs with measurable outcomes.
• Exceptional executive communication, influence, and strategic visioning.
• Experience building enterprise capabilities, leadership development, and succession systems.
• Deep understanding of equitable talent practices and inclusive leadership.
  
  

If you’re ready to help make a difference, apply today. A resume is required to apply. TruStage may process applicant information using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool. This tool automatically generates a screening score based on how well applicant information matches the requirements and qualifications for the position. TruStage recruiters use the screening score as a guide to further evaluate candidates; the score is one component of an application review and does not automatically determine whether a candidate moves forward. Candidates may choose to opt out of this process.

At TruStage, we believe a sound, inclusive benefits program is of vital importance, along with a flexible workplace that allows for work-life balance, career growth and retirement assistance. In addition to your base pay, your position may be eligible for an annual incentive (bonus) plan. Additional benefits available to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability plans, parental leave, paid time off, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few. Beyond pay and benefits, we also recognize that flexibility, including working in a place you prefer, is essential to caring for our employees. We will continue to strive to offer flexibility and invest in technology and other tools that will make hybrid working normal rather than an exception, so that when “life happens,” you can focus on what’s most important.

Accommodation request

TruStage is a place where everyone can bring their best self and thrive. If you need application or interview process accommodations, please contact the accessibility department.