Human Resources Business Partner

CONTRIBUTING TO THE CMPA

The Human Resources department partners with the business to deliver services, programs and plans that attract, recruit, develop and retain an engaged workforce that is fully capable of responding to evolving organizational needs. We know that empowering better healthcare begins with empowering our talented workforce, and we are committed to providing our people with the support they need to continue driving our success.

The department’s core activities include people strategy and planning, talent management and acquisition, organizational learning, organizational change management, total rewards management, employee relations, disability and leave management, and HR technology and analytics.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Human Resources (HR) Business Partner works collaboratively as part of an integrated business-facing HR team to deliver exceptional services and advice and effective people programs in support of business objectives. The HR Business Partner works in partnership with designated senior leaders to translate business priorities and needs into comprehensive HR solutions that are aligned with the Association’s People Strategy. This includes providing proactive and strategic guidance and consultation to enhance and develop the workforce and drive engagement within the Association. The incumbent’s primary areas of focus include workforce/HR planning, talent management, employee learning and development, employee engagement and retention, change management, organizational effectiveness, and other assigned initiatives in support of the Association’s People Strategy. The incumbent also leads assigned departmental projects and program/policy development and participates in various cross-departmental committees.

POSITION ACTIVITIES

• Translates business needs into integrated HR solutions and provide strategic advice to leadership
• Partners with internal clients to assess and develop short and long-term workforce requirements and action plans in alignment with the Association’s People Strategy
• Develops and implements recruitment strategies for senior leadership roles within designated internal client groups
• Partners with senior leaders to identify performance and engagement trends/areas of concern and develops solutions
• Provides expert coaching, advice and solutions to senior leaders on the resolution of conflicts and employee relations issues, and facilitates discussions as appropriate 
• Develops and delivers tools and interventions for improving operations and team performance. Provides consultation and coaching in a variety of contexts, including one on one coaching and team building facilitation
• Provides coaching and instruction to leaders on change methodologies and impact. Works with HR colleagues to partner with and coach senior leaders to lead in times of change
• Provides advice to improve team/organizational structure and design to optimize individual and team performance and the achievement of business objectives
• Leads the development of assigned employee programs and processes
• Prepares reports, briefs, business cases and presentations for management to gain approval on new initiatives and/or communicate progress against objectives
• Develops positive working relationships with fellow HR Business Partner, HR Advisors, Talent Acquisition Specialist and HR Administrator colleagues to ensure alignment of goals, coordination and integration of HR advice, services and solutions
• Provides functional guidance and mentoring to the HR Advisor and ensures ongoing communication to promote HR team learning and development. Provides review and approvals for various HR processes as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field of study (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation also preferred
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant and progressive experience providing guidance and services to leaders in the areas of workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, organizational development, organizational design and change management
• Strong client focus and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and nurture positive working relationships
• Practical experience designing and delivering talent management and organizational development programs/solutions and evaluating their effectiveness
• Practical experience managing HR projects and programs, including the ability to lead, motivate and coordinate the work of others
• Strong learning agility, consulting orientation, client insight, strategic influencing and partnering skills
• Strong organizational skills, business acumen, encompassing the ability to apply a broader corporate perspective
• Ability to lead and facilitate meetings/training/sessions and work groups
• Demonstrated success working in a highly collaborative and team-based environment
• Bilingualism in English and French is highly desirable

POSTING DETAILS

• Posting will close on Monday, March 4th at 4:00 pm
• Selected candidates may be required to complete a skills assessment