HR Business Partner

Overview

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

As the Human Resources Partner you will provide consultative services to deliver impactful HR solutions, while partnering with peers in HR centres of excellence (COEs) to leverage technical expertise. In alignment with the strategic direction and goals of business partners, you will provide consultation and advice on all aspects of HR programs and practices.

Specific Skills

You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.
You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

Responsibilities

Working with Senior HR Partner to understand business strategy, goals and priorities, talent risks and industry trends, and to assess needs and barriers to drive business performance through development and delivery of people strategy and solutions.
Partnering with HR COEs to provide business context for the design, development, and implementation of talent-related programs, and acting as a liaison to positively influence and align the priorities of the business and HR.
Analyzing and interpreting talent metrics and data to assist in making appropriate business decisions and recommendations.
Consulting and advising on all aspects of HR strategic programs and practices to support business challenges and achieve strategic objectives.
Facilitating discussions and educational sessions on emerging HR topics and practices in partnership with the HR partners.

Additional Requirements

You have five years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.
You have the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) or Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation(s).
You have expert knowledge and understanding of HR practices in the areas of Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Change Management and Total Rewards
English is required, French is an asset.