Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and peoplefocused HR Business Partner to join our team on a 12month maternity leave contract. This role will support daytoday HR operations ensure a seamless employee experience and contribute to key People & Culture initiatives.
As the HR Business Partner youll serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers providing guidance on HR policies supporting talent processes and keeping HR operations running smoothly during this coverage period.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daytoday HR support across onboarding offboarding employee changes and general HR inquiries
- Coordinate and support cyclical people programs including performance reviews engagement surveys and compensation planning
- Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system and ensure compliance with local employment legislation
- Support benefits administration and liaise with vendors as needed (Canada and/or US)
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to support hiring processes interview scheduling and new hire onboarding
- Assist in preparing HR communications and employee documentation (contracts letters policy updates etc.
- Help track and report on HR metrics related to headcount turnover and engagement
- Contribute to culturebuilding initiatives recognition programs and DEIB efforts
- Support the People team with additional tasks and projects as needed during the leave coverage
Qualifications
- 35 years of experience in an HR Generalist or People Operations role
- Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment standards (Canada required; US is an asset)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism
- Organized and detailoriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience using an HRIS (e.g. BambooHR Gusto or similar)
- Collaborative and proactive with a peoplefirst mindset
- Passion for sustainability innovation and working in a fastevolving environment