Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably in a matrix organization.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Experience with HR metrics analysis.
High degree of integrity and attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems like PeopleSoft or SuccessFactors.
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on HR strategies that align with business goals.
Lead talent management processes including workforce planning and performance initiatives.
Design and optimize organizational structures to improve operational effectiveness.
Provide coaching on employee relations, performance management, and compliance.
Support recruitment by identifying staffing needs and developing workforce plans.
Analyze HR metrics to recommend solutions that enhance business performance.
Lead HR projects and organizational change initiatives using change management principles.
Benefits
Opportunity to work closely with leadership and shape HR strategies.
Chance to lead impactful talent management initiatives.
Work in a collaborative environment with HR centers of excellence.
Engage in diverse problem-solving and strategic thinking tasks.
Develop leadership skills by providing coaching to managers.
Full Job Description
Lead, HR Business Partner
Job Code: 41092
Waterdown, Ontario
About the Role
Works closely with leadership and staff to define and execute HR strategies that enable accomplishment of business objectives. Establishes, implements and oversees human resources policies and programs by providing counsel and assistance to employees and management in HR matters. Facilitates organization and leadership development efforts. Works with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources and employee relations issues. May play a significant role in administering talent management and succession planning activity within client organization. Provides change management leadership. Coordinates employee transfers, status changes, new hire onboarding, conducts exit interviews, and provides recommendations for corrective action. Assists and/or advises management in the formal discipline or termination of employees. Duties may include advising on matters in compliance with federal and provincial labour legislation.
Primary Responsibilities
Act as a trusted advisor to Operations leadership, providing strategic guidance on talent development, organizational performance, culture, and employee engagement to ensure HR strategies align with business goals and drive organizational performance.
Lead and support key talent management processes, including workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, performance management and compensation initiatives.
Partner with leaders to design and optimize organizational structures, roles, and talent strategies that support business growth, operational effectiveness, and workforce productivity
Provide expert guidance and coaching to leaders on employee relations matters, performance management, leadership effectiveness, conflict resolution, and employee development, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable labour legislation.
Support recruitment efforts by partnering with leaders to identify staffing requirements, develop workforce plans and ensure talent needs are met.
Support managers in driving performance through goal-setting, coaching, and feedback processes.
Analyze HR metrics, workforce data and organizational trends to identify opportunities and recommend solutions that improve engagement, retention, productivity and overall business performance.
Identify and address issues impacting employee engagement, recommending and implementing solutions to enhance overall employee experience.
Build strong relationships with HR centers of excellence and HR Business Partners across organization to ensure alignment and execution of enterprise wide HR initiatives.
Provide coaching and development to managers on leadership development and conflict resolution.
Lead and support HR projects, organizational change initiatives, and business transformation efforts, utilizing change management principles and methodologies to drive successful adoption.
Partner with leaders to assess organizational effectiveness, including workforce planning, talent utilization, spans and layers, succession readiness, and organizational design opportunities.
Collaborate with the health and safety team to promote a culture of safety , support employee well-being initiatives and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Desired Skills and Knowledge
CHRL designation would be an asset.
Proven experience as an HR Business Partner with increasing scope and responsibility, ideally in a matrixed organization.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, influencing, coaching, and consulting skills.
Highly adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining focus on safety, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
Experience in analyzing trends and metrics
High degree of professional integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze and present data effectively.
Experience with HR systems such as PeopleSoft, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms.
Labour Relations experience an asset
Experience supporting Manufacturing / Technical Lab / Operations is preferrable.
Education and Experiences Requirements
Requires comprehensive level knowledge of job area. May have in-depth knowledge of project management
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
*This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the salary range for this position is $115,000-140,000.
