Human Resources Business Partner

AutoCanada Inc.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Professional development and growth

Job summary

AutoCanada Inc. in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join on-site. This full-time, immediate hire role partners with dealership leadership to deliver people strategies across the employee lifecycle.

You will advise on employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, onboarding, and organizational change while leveraging data to drive workforce planning and continuous improvement. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in HR/OD or business field.
• CPHR designation preferred.
• Understanding of provincial employment laws across Canada is an asset.
• Experience in a corporate and/or national retailer setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide people management support and guidance to leaders and associates.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for assigned roles.
• Coach leaders on talent management, performance, and change management.
• Analyze workforce data and drive HR initiatives aligned to business goals.

Skills

HR generalist

Employee relations

Employee onboarding

People analytics

Leadership coaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

CPHR designation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Join the ride!

Position: Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Edmonton, AB (On Site)

Classification: Full-Time, Immediate Hire

AutoCanada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US. We are innovative, data-driven and our commitment to our Team Members, customers and operational excellence fuels our success.

The Opportunity The Human Resources Business Partner – SSC is responsible for providing people management support, advice, and consultative services in partnership with leaders and associates. He/she will work with managements; greater HR team, partnering collaboratively with employees and management within their assigned dealership Platform. Using your strong HR/business consulting and communication capabilities, you will assess, anticipate, and resolve HR-related needs by communicating proactively with the SSC group to develop integrated solutions that reflect the overall business objectives.

This is an on-site position

Key Responsibilities:

People & Culture Partnership (60%)

• Serve as the primary People & Culture partner for the SSC portfolio, providing strategic guidance and support across the employee lifecycle, including employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns, leaves, investigations, organizational change, and policy interpretation.
• Manage employee offboarding activities, including exit interviews, terminations, voluntary departures, exit processes, knowledge transfer coordination, and partnership with internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless and compliant transition
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding programs to support successful employee integration.
• Participate in leadership meetings, business reviews, and planning sessions to align people strategies with business objectives.
• Leverage people metrics and workforce data to provide insights and recommendations on trends turnover, engagement, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Coach leaders on talent management, employee development, performance, and HR best practices.
• Champion organizational change and continuous improvement by partnering with People & Culture colleagues to enhance processes, programs, and employee experience initiatives.
• Maintain confidential employee records and ensure compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and internal practices.
• Administer protected leave programs and coordinate accommodation processes in partnership with leaders and employees.

Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition (20%)

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for assigned roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate assessment, and selection.
• Partner with hiring leaders to develop effective recruitment strategies and ensure timely hiring outcomes.
• Support new hire integration through structured onboarding and follow-up activities, including 30/60/90-day check-ins.

Projects & Continuous Improvement (20%)

• Lead and manage HR projects, programs, and initiatives that support business objectives and enhance the employee experience.
• Collaborate with business leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to identify emerging trends, best practices, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive human resources generalist experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a business discipline, or equivalent experience.
• CPHR designation is preferred.
• Understanding of provincial legislation, across Canada is an asset.
• Experience in a corporate and/or national retailer setting preferred.

Your Personal Attributes

• Thrives in a fast paced, performance excellence-based culture.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and constantly strives to improve.
• Embraces change with confidence.
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage projects and handle multiple responsibilities while meeting tight deadlines.
• Sound judgment, initiative and the ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Self-starter with creative mind and an ability to put ideas into practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Demonstrates and maintain strict confidentiality of data and information.
• The capacity to work with people at all levels.
• Impeccable judgment and professional maturity; demonstrated ability to advise on sensitive issues.
• High comfort level in ambiguous situations; able to learn quickly and exercise judgment in situations where data may be elusive.
• Excellent judgement and creative problem-solving skills.
• Track record for translating strategic thinking into actionable plans and output.
• Outstanding negotiation skills.
• Strong knowledge of relevant federal and provincial employment laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel on relatively short notice.

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.