HR Business Partner, Director

Deloitte Canada; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Montreal is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner, Director to drive people and culture agendas. This role involves advising on organizational design, managing talent initiatives, and fostering cultural inclusion. Candidates should have over 7 years of HR experience and be bilingual in French and English. A hybrid work model is offered along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health support benefits up to $4,000 per year

Flexible benefit spending account of $1,300

Learning and development days

Deloitte Days for life balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive business and/or HR experience, with strategic advisory experience.
• Understanding of current HR trends and workforce strategies.
• Experience in a professional services or matrixed environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on organizational design and workforce planning.
• Lead talent development initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• Champion digital enablement and skills-based talent strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Strategic advising

Talent management

Cultural inclusion

Change leadership

Education

7+ years of HR experience

Bilingualism in French and English

Job description

HR Business Partner, Director

Date: Sep 18, 2025

Location: Montreal, QC, CA, H3B 4T9

Job Type: Permanent

Work Model: Hybrid

Reference code: 130463

Primary Location: Montreal, QC

All Available Locations: Montreal, QC; Brossard, QC; Burlington, ON; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Fredericton, NB; Halifax, NS; Kitchener, ON; Laval, QC; Moncton, NB; Ottawa, ON; Quebec City, QC; Regina, SK; Saint John, NB; Saskatoon, SK; St. John\'s, NL; Toronto, ON; Vancouver, BC; Victoria, BC; Winnipeg, MB

Our Purpose

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

Overview

Are you ready to shape the future of Deloitte? As an HR Business Partner, you won’t just support the business—you’ll be at the very heart of it, acting as a true “mini-CHRO” for your portfolio. This is your opportunity to drive the people and culture agenda that fuels our growth and success. We’re looking for trailblazers who thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment — leaders who are insatiably curious, relentlessly driven, and passionate about building high-performing teams.

What will your typical day look like?

In this pivotal role, you’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leaders to craft and execute bold talent strategies, champion an inclusive culture, and empower our people to adapt and excel in a world that never stands still. If you’re energized by challenge and inspired by the prospect of making a real impact, this is where you belong. Join us and help shape what’s next—for Deloitte, and for your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, change management, and talent strategy to drive business performance.
• Talent Management: Lead initiatives in talent development, succession planning, and retention, ensuring the business attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
• Workforce Transformation: Champion digital enablement, skills-based talent strategies, and agile workforce models to future-proof the firm.
• Culture & Inclusion: Foster a diverse, equitable, and culture of belonging; support programs that promote well-being, and a high-performing culture.
• Employee Experience: Drive employee engagement and experience initiatives, leveraging data and feedback to inform continuous improvement.
• Change Leadership: Manage and support organizational change, acting as a catalyst for transformation and ensuring alignment with broader firm priorities.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize people analytics and external benchmarks to inform strategic decisions and measure impact.

About the team

The Culture and People Office (CPO) delivers business-focused, efficient, and innovative programs focused on bringing our “I could have only done it at Deloitte” people promise to life. The CPO function consists of Business Experience (HR Business Partners), People Experience (HR Operations) and an agile Workplace Experience Centre of Expertise (CoE), supported by dedicated: Learning & Development; Partner & Alumni Experience; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Digital Experience; and Culture & Change functions. Together these teams bring a diverse set of capabilities together to create a fundamentally different talent experience that is powered by digital, data-driven, employee-centric, leading practice, and enabled from the center. This role will sit in the Business Experience team.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Personal Attributes for Success:

• Client Focus: Puts the needs of the business and its people at the center, delivering solutions that drive value and impact.
• Courage and Influence: Speaks up with confidence, challenges constructively, and influences decisions at all levels.
• Curiosity and Innovation: Embraces a growth mindset, seeks out new ideas, and is committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Agility and Resilience: Adapts quickly to change, remains positive under pressure, and perseveres in the face of challenges.
• Collaboration: Works effectively across teams and functions, building strong relationships and promoting a culture of trust and inclusion.
• Empathy: Listens actively, demonstrates understanding for others’ perspectives and experiences.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years progressive business and/or HR experience, including experience as a strategic advisor or business partner.
• Experience in a professional services or matrixed environment preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior business leaders.
• Deep understanding of current HR trends, digital transformation, and workforce strategies.
• Positions based in Quebec: Bilingualism in French and English is required for this position due to the nature of the role having interactions with National & Global clients and project teams.

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $260,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as Deloitte Days, dedicated days of for learning (Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan , Reconciliation Action Plan and theBlackNorth Initiative .

We encourage you to connect with us at [e-mail] if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or [e-mail] for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

By applying to this job you will be assessed against the Deloitte Global Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards to provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte experience globally.

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