Groupe Dynamite Inc. Regional Human Resources Business Partner - Chicago Area

Groupe Dynamite Inc.; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded fashion retailer is seeking a Regional HRBP to support field leaders in the USA Mid-west Region. This role involves managing HR initiatives, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and enhancing talent development within the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of US employment laws, particularly in California, and at least 4 years of experience in HR, preferably in a retail environment. The job is based in the Chicago area, requiring about 30% travel.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years as an HR Generalist, preferably in retail.
• Strong knowledge of US state employment laws, especially California.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to field leaders on HR issues.
• Support change-management execution.
• Guide management on policies and procedures.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with laws and company policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Results-oriented

Education

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long‑standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary

The HR team is looking for a Regional HRBP for the USA Mid‑west Region to be responsible for providing support to field leaders and for delivering on all Human Resources initiatives. Based in the Chicago area, and reporting to US HR Manager, Field Operations, the ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of US state laws, Human Resources and labour standards requirements, with a focus on California law. They will be able to work autonomously and efficiently to ensure the end‑to‑end management of all HR‑related matters, including the roll‑out of HR projects.

They will be involved in our ongoing transformation from a traditional brick & mortar retailer to an omni‑channel leader and tech‑first fashion disruptor.

Main Responsibilities

• In partnership with the HR Director, provide counseling to field leaders on how to handle associate relations issues and act as an expert on HR processes and people practices.
• Support change‑management execution in the store network.
• Facilitate sales structure optimisation and people changes by participating in talent development to create and sustain an internal pipeline.
• Guide and support management teams in the application of our policies and procedures.
• Participate in the roll‑out of HR projects, processes and/or corporate initiatives.
• Analyse/monitor key people metrics and develop needed action plans to improve talent development and retention.
• Support field leaders with compensation analysis, reporting requirements and data analytics.
• Support recruitment strategy to network, source and create a pipeline of candidates for high‑level management positions.
• Participate in loss prevention investigations.
• Support health and safety initiatives, policies and processes.
• Work closely with payroll/benefits to ensure compliance with various processes.
• Monitor and ensure understanding and compliance with federal and state laws as well as company human‑resources policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and/or college diploma, preferably in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an HR Generalist, preferably within the retail environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of US state employment laws, employee relations, best practices and recruitment practices, including a strong knowledge of California state employment laws.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) in English.
• High level of adaptability and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Creative and innovative approach.
• Travel required as per business needs (approximately 30% of the time).
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Strong computer skills (PowerPoint and Excel).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Results‑oriented, customer‑centric.

Pay Rate Range (Annually)

75k‑95k

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance‑driven bonuses.
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching.
• Flexible group insurance with personalised coverage that meets your needs.
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite.
• Exclusive private sample sales.
• A flexible vacation policy.
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal's Top Employers and one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

No day will be like the last— we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.