HR Business Advisor, Audit & Assurance- Ontario & Atlantic

KPMG Canada; North Bay; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in North Bay, Canada is seeking an experienced HR Business Advisor. In this Senior Manager role, you will support HR initiatives and act as a trusted advisor within the Audit & Assurance team. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of HR experience and strong relationship-building skills. This position emphasizes a diverse work environment, strategic talent management, and active collaboration with various industry leaders. The role offers opportunities for significant impact and change.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace policies

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources in a corporate environment.
• Professional services experience preferred.
• Ability to manage priorities for multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of talent strategies aligned with business needs.
• Develop relationships with leaders for HR program execution.
• Provide confidential employee issue support.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

CPHR designation (in process or completed)

Tools

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG is seeking an experienced HR Business Advisor (HR Consultant) to join our Audit & Assurance team and support the Ontario and Atlantic Region. In this Senior Manager role, you will work closely with the Functional HR Leader and Lead HR Business Advisor to implement and operationalize key people initiatives across the function. As a trusted partner, you’ll play a critical role in delivering HR support to all industries and assurance groups, helping us achieve our overall vision. If you’re passionate about driving change, bringing fresh ideas to the table, and supporting a team that is committed to “doing and thinking differently,” we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Support the implementation of talent strategies and plans aligned with business needs with direction from the Functional HR Leader and Lead HR Business Advisor.
• Provide support to the client on HR annual process including Global People Survey, Engagement initiatives, pay planning, performance management, and talent reviews.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with Functional Leaders and People Leaders to provide support in the execution of their accountabilities and the implementation of HR programs and processes.
• Partner with the business to create and implement employee engagement plans developed based on qualitative data collected from employees (stay interviews, exit interviews and focus groups etc.).
• Provide support for the Functional HR Leader and Lead HR Business Advisor in various HR related topics including research, preparation of reports, and creation of PowerPoint presentations on various relevant HR topics, trends and initiatives, highlighting opportunities that deliver value and impact to the business.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders and their teams in creating a diverse and inclusive work environment by identifying opportunities to embed diversity and inclusion in processes and programs.
• Partner with the Centres of Excellence such as Total Rewards, Inclusion and Diversity or Employee Relations (ERS) as needed.
• Support the client to address a wide variety of sensitive and confidential employee issues including the ERS team as required.
• Participate as a project team member on HR and People initiatives.
• Oversee at least one direct report, providing guidance, support, and coaching.

What You Bring To The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field and post-secondary diploma or certificate in HR.
• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources in a fast-paced, corporate environment. Professional services experience is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities for multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal clients, gain credibility, challenge the norm and be viewed as a trusted advisor.
• Strong organizational and detail‑oriented skills with the ability to work in a changing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• An ability and familiarity to work well in a team environment.
• Self‑starter who identifies problems and suggests solutions naturally.
• Excellent proficiency with PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in English at a business level is required.
• A CPHR designation awarded or in process is considered an asset.

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier‑free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.