Robert
O
Bacher
FCA FSA EA CFA
Founder & Managing Principal, RBC Human Capital Group
I'm a data-driven human capital leader and actuary, passionate about driving organizational success through its greatest asset—people. I specialize in designing exceptional employee experiences and creating strategic, cost-effective compensation, benefits, and reward programs that attract, retain, and inspire top-performing teams.
I am not merely an 'HR person' or 'actuary'; I am a business leader with a deep understanding of how people drive organizational strategy and vision. Known for my curiosity and inquisitive nature, I constantly ask 'why' and challenge conventional thinking to fuel innovation and continuous improvement.
I believe that effective strategies must be paired with practical application. By combining consulting expertise with hands-on organizational experience, I deliver actionable recommendations that make a tangible impact. With more than 25 years of experience, I have worked with a diverse range of clients—including global multinationals, multiemployer plans, public plans, private equity (PE) firms, and startups—providing a unique blend of strategic, analytical, and technical expertise.
As an inspirational leader, I am recognized for driving meaningful change and influencing across all organizational levels with transparency and integrity. I am committed to fostering trust, managing risks with clarity, and cultivating strong, enduring relationships. With a proactive, customer-focused mindset, I excel at delivering exceptional results while prioritizing collaboration and operational excellence.
Areas of Expertise:
🔹Global Rewards Strategy & Operations: Design and management of base salaries, incentives (short/long-term, sales, executive), job architecture, salary structures, other rewards & recognition, and deferred compensation
🔹Global Benefits & Wellness: Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement (DB/DC plans), leave policies, and mobility
🔹Governance & Risk Management: Ensuring global compliance, governance frameworks, and risk mitigation
🔹HR M&A: Expertise in due diligence, integration, harmonization, and divestiture
🔹People Operations & HRIS Technology: Process optimization, technology implementation, employee experience, payroll, data analytics, and controls
🔹Organizational Change Leadership: Planning, stakeholder engagement, transparent communication, and change execution
🔹Talent Management: Fostering employee engagement, retention, workforce planning, succession development, and performance management
🔹 HR Strategy & Business Partnership: Aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to drive performance, innovation, and growth
Practice Area(s)
- Retirement
- Health & Welfare
- Life
- Casualty
- Other
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