Director, HR Business Partner (Retirement Living Operations and Corporate)

Sienna Senior Living; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Human Resource Business Partner to lead a dedicated team in enhancing HR strategies across multiple sites. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change and foster a culture of engagement and inclusion. With a focus on developing strong relationships and delivering impactful HR programs, you will be at the forefront of shaping the workforce experience. Join a purpose-driven organization that values diversity and empowers its team members to thrive in a hybrid work environment, balancing office presence with remote flexibility.

Benefits

Health & Dental benefits program

RRSP with employer match

Share Ownership and Reward Program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Continuous learning and growth opportunities

Welcoming culture valuing diversity

Competitive salary and vacation package

Hybrid Work Model

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience in unionized and non-unionized environments.
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing HR professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of HR professionals to execute HR strategy.
• Partner with business leaders to deliver HR programs and initiatives.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Conflict Resolution

Change Management

Program Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

University Degree or College Diploma

CHRL or CHRE designation

Job description

We are Sienna Senior Living, a publicly traded company (TSX:SIA) and one of Canada’s leading owners and operators of seniors’ residences. We offer care, support, services and housing in Retirement and Long Term Care to seniors/residents and their families. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity and respect.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resource Officer & Executive Vice President, the Director, Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) will lead a team of 6 HRBPs and offer thoughtful leadership to the Senior Leadership Team regarding organizational and people-related strategy and execution.

What Sienna Offers: We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• RRSP with employer match
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
• Hybrid Work Model - 4x a week at Markham Ontario Head Office and 1x a week work from home

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead, develop, coach and manage a team of field HR professionals to execute on the HR and Labour strategy and ensuring consistent and effective delivery of HR services to each region.
• Partner with the business and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization and act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Operations leadership team.
• Partner with the business to deliver HR programs and initiatives through the use of change management and communications strategies designed to increase the adoption of HR initiatives.
• Effectively coach leadership in matters relating to people, HR processes, employment practices, HR programs and corresponding impact on the business.
• Directly and indirectly involved in conflict resolution, team member concerns, administration of broad team member programs and practices.
• In partnership with the HRBP’s and business leaders, reinforce the appropriate application of HR policies, operational processes, standards and procedures to ensure alignment with the organization's vision, mission and values and to ensure adherence with legislative requirements.
• Develop and implement an annual HR operating plan in line with the business plan to ensure HR plans & initiatives support the needs of the business.
• Partner with the business to develop and communicate human resources policies & procedures.
• Execute on strategies to maximize team member engagement and retention.
• Remain knowledgeable and up-to-date regarding legislation changes or changes that affect human resources and the organization.

Education & Experience Required:

• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources generalist experience in a multi-site unionized & non-unionized environments.
• 3+ years’ experience in a leadership role managing a team of HR professionals.
• University Degree or College Diploma with a CHRL or CHRE designation or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in developing strong, effective working relationships and networks with key internal/external stakeholders and relevant external organizations.
• Extensive experience providing employment and labour related advice and strategic counsel to multiple business partners on a variety of legislative and employment situations across multiple provinces.
• Exceptional program management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple senior stakeholders and influence business leaders on HR issues.
• You must successfully pass a Criminal Check

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.