Human Resources Business Partner Intern - Puslinch, ON, Canada - Ren's Pets

Description

Ren's Pets is a specialty pet retailer, Canadian owned and operated by Group Legault, with stores in Ontario and the Maritimes plus a website that ships nationally.

Ren's is a premier omni-channel player in pet, with approximately 700 employees, covering 60 store locations plus a thriving ecommerce business.

Ren's sells only the best brands of premium, high quality pet food, treats and toys for your Pet's Best Life.

We also deeply value our customers, and their support of our brand.

Passionate about the desire to promote our employer brand, the HRBP plays a critical role in driving organizational success through effective HR strategies and leadership initiatives.

They provide guidance and support to managers and their internal clients on all HR matters.

They act as an agent of change and ensure alignment of HR strategies with business objectives while working collaboratively with leaders to drive organizational success.

They must have a strong understanding of HR best practices, excellent communication and influencing skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.

This full-time permanent role reports to the HRBP and OHS Manager who is located in our Group Legault office in Quebec.

Acting as a trusted advisor on HR matters, conducting regular meetings with business units (Stores, DC, Main Office) to discuss ongoing business needs and providing insights and recommendations to drive business performance;
Partnering with leaders to provide guidance on performance management, talent development, workforce planning, and organizational design;
Providing expert advice and guidance on complex HR issues, including employee relations, legal compliance, compensation and benefits and health and safety;
Consulting on HR issues and solutions;
Developing and implementing HR initiatives and programs that support business goals and drive employee engagement and retention;
Assessing and identifying areas for improvement in HR processes and practices;
Leading and managing HR projects and initiatives (engagement program, recognition program, corporate health, etc.), collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation;
Monitoring and analyzing HR metrics and data to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations to improve HR effectiveness;
Mentoring and coaching junior HR team members to develop their skills and capabilities;
Building strong partnerships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure HR initiatives are aligned with business needs;

Staying current on HR best practices and industry trends as well as employment laws and regulations to continuously improve HR programs and processes.

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or Labour Relations or related field;
Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a HR Business Partner;
Bilingual (English & French) oral and written, an asset;
Strong knowledge and understanding of HR best practices, employment laws and regulations (primarily Ontario and Atlantic provinces);
Experience in leading and managing HR projects and initiatives;
Strong ability to work on several cases simultaneously and have a strong sense of organization and planning;
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to drive decision-making;
Member of the Order of CHRP, an asset;

This position is primarily dedicated to the Ren's Pets business, but will work in partnership and collaboration with the broader HR team of Group Legault, located in both Ontario and Quebec;
Office in Puslinch, Ontario with the ability to work from home, as well as some travel to store locations or Distribution Centres may be required on occasion;