HR Business Partner

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. is seeking a part-time HR Business Partner to own broad HR operations, from onboarding and contracts to payroll coordination and offboarding, while advising managers on policies and performance.

This role collaborates with regional L&D to coordinate trainings, promotes engagement and a positive workplace culture, ensures legal compliance, and supports workforce planning and HR strategy across the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or HR Generalist handling broad HR operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR processes, and compliance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR operations: onboarding, contracts, payroll coordination, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR compliance.
• Serve as first point of contact for employees and managers on HR matters.
• Lead recruitment processes including postings, screening, interviewing, and offers.
• Coordinate trainings with Regional L&D.
• Advise on HR policies, performance, and conflict resolution.
• Promote employee engagement and foster a positive culture.
• Ensure labor law compliance and update HR policies as needed.
• Manage HR reporting, audits, and documentation.
• Support management with workforce planning and HR strategy.

Skills

HR Operations

Onboarding

Employee relations

Recruitment

HR compliance

Communication

Policy advising

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Payroll systems

Job description

We are currently looking for a part-time HR Business Partner to take ownership of broad HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, and HR compliance, while acting as a trusted advisor to managers and helping shape a positive and engaging workplace.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR operations: onboarding, contracts, payroll coordination, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters.
• Lead recruitment processes including job postings, screening, interviewing, and offers.
• Coordinate trainings, learning, and development initiatives together with Regional L&D.
• Advise managers and employees on HR policies, performance, and conflict resolution.
• Promote employee engagement and foster a positive company culture.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and update HR policies as needed.
• Manage HR reporting, audits, and documentation.
• Support management with workforce planning, organizational change, and HR strategy.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HR Manager, HR Generalist handling broad HR Operational tasks.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (HR certification is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR processes, and compliance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and MS Office (experience with payroll systems is an advantage).

The Human Resources teams are responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent globally, acting as business partners, overseeing compensation, benefits, and compliance.

ZIM is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, while prioritizing employee wellbeing as part of our company culture and values. Our HR makes this happen.