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Business Partner, People and Culture – Hybrid Role, Toronto

Employer
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada
Location
Toronto (Region), Ontario
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jul 17, 2022

The Opportunity

Reporting to the responsible Director, this role partners with business leaders in administering people programs which are consistent with corporate business objectives. The Business Partner provides consistent, timely advice, solutions and support on all People related matters, programs, services and change management initiatives to the internal client base.

In this role, responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Key Accountabilities:

  • Performs role in a manner that is reflective of CPA Canada’s Core Values, within regulatory requirements and company policies, programs and expectations
  • Establishes and maintains a business partnership with all management and proactively executes people programs which align to business needs for the functional area; recommends modifications and/or solutions to address employee-related needs
  • Uses broad knowledge of employment law to apply and update policies and handle all employee relations matters
  • Working with the Director, provide support on new policy development and policy deployment relating to new legislative requirements
  • Provide ongoing support to managers and employees with all People programs, policies and procedures
  • Supports corporate strategy and transformation by developing and implementing employee and organizational development plans through strong business acumen
  • Proactively utilizes a wide range of people data to identify themes/trends and recommend effective solutions to solve problems and meet the business needs
  • Reinforces tools and technology that enhance the impact of People programs that drive collaboration and accountability
  • In collaboration with the talent acquisition function, guides the recruitment process for dedicated client group, including identifying talent acquisition sourcing vehicles, ensuring all corporate and legislative issues are addressed
  • In collaboration with the Talent function, participates in the succession planning and career development process and ensures client related training needs and requirements are fulfilled
  • Keeps abreast of the latest People trends and builds internal team knowledge and capabilities
  • At all times behaves in a manner that reflects a personal attitude of confidentiality and discretion, and ensures the protection of the human rights of employees at CPA Canada
  • Completes tasks and special projects, including preparation of presentations and meeting materials, as assigned by the Director

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Management, or other related discipline Professional qualification CHRP / CHRL Minimum 7 + years progressive HR generalist and employee relations experience, with an understanding of organizational design Ability to build rapport and maintain a high level of credibility and integrity at all levels of the organization Highly developed interpersonal skills sufficient to be viewed as one to whom employees from all levels can approach and discuss matters that may be confidential and sensitive Demonstrating listening, consultation and conflict resolution skills Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills A self-starter, with excellent time management and organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects, achieve results, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Demonstrated ability to work independently but also to function in a team environment, to multitask and respond to changing needs Well-developed generalist knowledge of Human Resources Management, Employment Standards and Human Rights legislation in Canada
  • Strong verbal and written English language communication skills, bilingualism considered and asset

What it's like to work here

CPA Canada is a great place to work with a diverse workforce and a commitment to health and wellness for its employees. The organization offers a flexible and balanced environment that allows individuals to maximize professional and personal development. CPA Canada employs over 400 people, with its headquarters in Toronto and regional offices in Burnaby, Ottawa and Montreal. Our technology-enabled culture is designed to attract qualified people and enable them to do their best work. Employee perks include competitive salaries and pension, a comprehensive benefits package, professional development programs, flexible working hours and opportunities to work from home, regular social events and a highly successful employee volunteer program.  CPA Canada is dedicated to continual improvement and building a high-performing, innovative organization that creates value for members and other stakeholders.

Organization values

We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:

 • Acting with Integrity • Fostering Excellence • Respecting Others • Working Collaboratively • Being Accountable

CPA Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, accessible environment, where each employee feels respected, valued and supported. All qualified individuals may apply online. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in our recruitment process, please note this in your application. We'll be happy to work with you to meet your needs. 

Apply for Business Partner, People and Culture using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=4bccd95a-a445-48ad-8f2f-728e072d4596&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=426997&lang=en_CA&source=CC4

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

CPA Canada is committed to the health and safety of our people, our stakeholders, and the communities where we live and work. Accordingly, all CPA Canada employees must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment per our Vaccination Policy. Therefore, CPA Canada will make the successful candidate an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and providing proof of vaccination before their start date. “Fully vaccinated” is defined as having received the complete series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, or any combination thereof, at least 14 days before the employment start date, as stipulated by the Ministry of Health and Public Health authorities in the respective jurisdiction of hire. 

 

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