Human Resources Business Partner

GroupM; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media agency in Toronto is seeking an HR Generalist to foster a diverse and inclusive environment, advising leadership teams on talent management and HR policies. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in HR, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels. This full-time role promotes employee growth and engagement within a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive medical and dental insurance

Significant paid time off

Preferential partner discounts

Mental health awareness days

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR generalist or business partner role.
• Experience in a highly matrixed organization and fast-paced environment.
• Thorough understanding of HR practices and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership teams.
• Facilitate talent-related meetings.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and conflict resolution.

Skills

Human resources expertise

Effective communication

Ability to influence

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

HR program or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Overview

Reporting to the Managing Director, People, this is an exciting opportunity for anaspiringindividual to work in a dynamic media agency environment and actively participate in various talent driven facets, spanning the entire employee lifecycle.

Your Impact

You will leverage your human resources expertise tofostera diverse and inclusive environment of engaged and purpose-driven employees. Partnering with the broader HR team and leadership teams, your value-addadvisory and support will be integral in driving our strategic and operational priorities.

Key Accountabilities

• As a trusted advisor to leadership teams and managers; understand business and talent needs to identify solutions to achieve objectives.
• Collaborate on workforce planning and drive talent management strategies.
• Analyze HR trends and workforce data to help inform decisions.
• Guide people managers ontalent related matters, including performance management and employee relation issues.
• Facilitate talent-related meetings including Performance calibration sessions for fairness, consistency and alignment.
• Provide guidance and support to internal client group on the implementation and management of HR policies, procedures, and conflict resolution.
• Partners with Employee Relations with investigations and takes any necessary action, including employee terminations.
• Assess and provide salary recommendations for new hires and promotions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Act as a culture champion and role-model GroupM behaviors and values.
• Partner with leadership teams to implement initiatives that enhance employee experience and engagement.
• Providecoachingto junior team members, focused on their development and growth
• Plan and execute on a HR projects and initiatives, that support GroupM objectives.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and employment legislation

What You Bring

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR generalist or business partner role, preferably within the media or creative industry
• Completion of HR program or equivalent related experience.
• Experience in planning, executing and maintaining HR projects, processes and/or initiatives.
• Experience working in a highly matrixed organization and fast-paced environment.
• Thorough understanding and application of HR practices and employment laws.
• Ability to analyze complex HR issues and apply critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated sound judgement when assessinga variety of situations.
• Excellent organizational, time management and project planning skills.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; ability to learn and adapt to new software & systems.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.