POSITION: Human Resources Business Partner (Bilingual English/French)
LOCATION: GTA – hybrid (2 days onsite/week)
MacDonald Search Group is a national permanent placement recruiting firm and we recruit on behalf of hiring companies.
Our client is a corporation with an international footprint and established operations in Canada and they are on the hunt for a Bilingual Human Resource Business Partner to join their Canadian HR team. This role will support an employee base across multiple functions throughout the organization.
The ideal candidate will either be a senior HR Generalist or existing HRBP with the ability to handle strategic and operational activities; proven track record of partnering closely with leaders to support all people/talent processes and decisions as well as the advancement of leadership capability; experience and comfortable balancing day to day, project and strategic workstreams in a fast-paced environment; French bilingualism is also mandatory (oral and written).
Responsibilities:
- Partner with leaders acting as a trusted advisor providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, talent development, compensation, and organizational change.
- Coach and support managers in strengthening their leadership capabilities, managing employee matters, and strengthening company culture.
- Manage and provide guidance on employee relations matters, including conducting investigations, supporting conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
- Assist leaders and employees with disability management, workplace accommodation, and safe and timely return-to-work processes.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition team on recruitment and onboarding activities to support effective hiring and successful employee integration.
- Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to enhance HR programs, policies, processes, and overall service delivery.
- Lead and contribute to HR projects, operational initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Support employee engagement initiatives and culture-building activities aligned with employee feedback and evolving business needs.
- Develop and deliver HR training, resources, and workshops to support leaders and employees.
- Provide HR support throughout organizational changes, promoting a positive employee experience and reinforcing company culture and values.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- CHRP or CHRL designation an asset
- Fully bilingual in English and French (written and spoken)
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience including as a Senior HR Generalist and/or HR Business Partner capacity
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian employment requirements including Quebec employment legislation
- Previous experience in and aptitude in Talent Acquisition and HR operations is a strong asset
- Proven ability to influence and partner with leaders, manage complex employee matters, and drive HR initiatives from strategy through execution
- Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to fostering positive employee engagement and leadership development.
Compensation:
Base salary based on experience plus bonus
3 weeks vacation
Benefits
Pension plan
If this sounds like a role where you could excel, please apply online.
MacDonald Search Group works with our clients to build diverse, high-performing teams reflective of the Canadian employment landscape. Our EDI policy can be found on our website.
Thank you for your interest in the role but only qualified candidates will be contacted.
