Human Resources Business Partner - Hamilton, Canada - HiredUp

Description

The Role

As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will provide strategic advice and counsel in the areas of talent management, diversity, organizational design, change management, workforce management, employee development, performance management, and rewards & recognition.

You Will

• Act as the point of contact for managers and employees for all major HR topics
• Contribute to and support the delivery of the HR strategy in line with business objectives
• Drive and deliver HR initiatives to support business needs, such as talent development, employee engagement, management development and organizational change.
• Collaborate with management to identify opportunities and areas of improvement to support improved organizational and employee performance in line with business objectives
• Manage labor relations
• Review and adapt human resource management policies, practices and procedures to adhere to applicable legislation when applicable.
• Contribute to employee experience through talent development, leadership coaching, and engagement initiatives
• Plan and execute activities within the annual HR cycle, offering coaching on change management, diversity and inclusion, and supporting well-being and collaboration initiatives
• Manages all leaves of absence while collaborating with Managers and Payroll when facilitating return-to-work plans.
• Analyze various HR data and make recommendations for workforce planning and improved HR practices.
• Manages onboarding and offboarding activities.

You Have

• 4+ years of experience in a Human Resources role
• Strong labour relations background (i.e. collective bargaining, union coordination, dealing with grievances, arbitration etc)
• A University Degree specializing in Human Resources or equivalent
• Knowledge of employment legislation (Ontario), employee relations and HR best practices
• Knowledge of HRIS (Workday) is an asset
• Fluent in French would be a plus

You Are

• An excellent communicator (verbal and written) with solid people skills
• Organized with superior time management skills
• Able to handle highly confidential and sensitive information
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and with autonomy