HR Business Partner

David Aplin Recruiting; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner. This role involves aligning people strategies with operational goals, managing workforce planning, and providing leadership coaching. Candidates should have over 8 years of HR experience, preferably in the public sector, and strong knowledge of employment legislation in Alberta. The position offers a hybrid work model allowing 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a business partner or senior generalist role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices in Alberta.
• Experience with unions and collective agreements; running grievances.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to implement workforce strategies that align with business goals.
• Lead annual workforce planning processes and identify talent gaps.
• Coach and support leaders on employee relations and performance management.

Skills

Workforce planning

Organizational development

Leadership coaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

CPHR designation or working toward it

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

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Are you a strategic HR professionalwith strong business acumen and a passion for aligning people strategies with operational goals? We are looking for an experiencedHuman Resources Business Partner (HRBP)to support a dynamic, mid-sized public sector organization undergoing transformation and growth.

This is a permanent role with broad scope — leading workforce planning, supporting organizational effectiveness, and serving as a key advisor to business leaders and leadership teams.

Hybrid work model, 3 days in office, 2 days from home.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leaders to assess, develop, and implement workforce strategies that align with business goals.
• Lead annual workforce planning processes, identifying talent gaps, resourcing needs, and succession strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on organizational design, role classification, and team structure.
• Coach and support leaders on employee relations, performance management, and engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with HR centers of excellence (e.g., Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition) to deliver tailored solutions.
• Support change management efforts during key organizational initiatives.
• Interpret policies and ensure alignment with employment legislation and organizational values.
• Build trusted relationships across departments and contribute to a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a business partner or senior generalist role, ideally in the public sector
• Proven experience in workforce planning, organizational development, and leadership coaching.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices in Alberta.
• Experience supporting teams through change and process improvement.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills.
• A CPHR designation (or working toward) is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with unions and collective agreements; running grievances and building collaborative relationships.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactorswould be considered a benefit.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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