Human Resources Business Partner

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, vision, dental

Employee and Family Assistance Program

RRSP with 5% employer matching

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program discounts

Continuing education and training

Opportunities for sector innovation

Recognition and rewards for service

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner in Halifax, Nova Scotia. You will act as a strategic partner to leaders, advising on HR initiatives, labour relations, performance management and engagement.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, policy interpretation and effective coaching across management levels. The opportunity supports a healthcare-focused organization with strong benefits, education opportunities, and a commitment to equity and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resource discipline or equivalent
• Minimum of five years experience dealing with complex HR issues in a unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Nova Scotia employment and labour legislation and HR disciplines
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner for business leaders, providing consultation and guidance on HR initiatives
• Provide confidential operational and tactical advice on employee relations, performance, development and retention
• Develop relationships with front line managers to foster open dialogue and leadership capacity
• Support foreign worker program initiatives and leave administration
• Interpret and apply Collective Agreements and Terms and Conditions
• Participate in policy development and rollout across the organization
• Investigate and manage complex employee and labour issues while ensuring safety and confidentiality

Skills

HR strategic partner

Unionized environment experience

HR policy interpretation

Communication skills

leadership coaching

Education

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS/employee relations tools

Job description

Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Human Resources Team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Serve as a strategic partner for business leaders, providing consultation, coaching and guidance on HR initiatives
• Provide confidential operational and tactical advice, counsel and support leaders in all functional areas including employee and labour relations, performance and development, employee engagement and retention, recruitment, workforce planning, attendance, abilities and performance management
• Develop relationships with front line Managers to foster ongoing and open conversation and trust, serve as leadership coach and confidant, providing necessary counsel and feedback necessary to increase leadership capacity
• Support foreign worker program initiatives, abilities management and leave of absence administration
• Provide guidance on and/or represent the organization at grievance meetings, where applicable and serve as subject matter expert in the interpretation and administration of Collective Agreements and Terms and Conditions
• Support collective bargaining process; facilitate post-bargaining rollout and training initiatives
• Participate in the review, revision, introduction and implementation of new or updated HR policies, programs, guidelines and processes. Provide guidance on, and interpretation of HR policies, procedures and processes
• Investigate and manage complex employee and labour issues including but not limited to internal investigations, performance and attendance management, and progressive discipline to ensure the health of the organization and to support relationships between front line employees and management teams
• Ensure employee and resident safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided

About You

• In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
• Undergraduate degree with a concentration in a Human Resource discipline or equivalent obtained through training and experience
• Minimum of five (5) years experience dealing with complex HR issues in a unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Nova Scotia employment, labour and Human Rights legislation and other multiple human resource disciplines including, employee and labour relations, diversity & inclusion, performance management, compensation practices, and organizational development
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize work in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and establish effective working relationships with others throughout the organization
• Strong inter-personal, oral and written communication skills
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality at all times when dealing with sensitive issues
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.