Human Resources Business Partner

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join their People Services Team. This pivotal role involves providing expert HR advice, influencing change, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. The organization is committed to transforming healthcare through technology and clinical excellence, serving a diverse community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR within a healthcare setting and possess skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management. Join a top employer dedicated to high-quality patient care and community involvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience in a fast-paced, unionized healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of Ontario employment laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR consulting, advice, and planning services to managers.
• Manage complex employee grievances and investigations.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Investigation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Conflict Resolution

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR Management

CHRL Certification

HRPA Membership

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Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain committed to transforming healthcare. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, we prioritize Equity, Inclusivity, and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team. We leverage technology and clinical expertise to improve care, support staff and physicians, and reduce errors. Humber River Health is affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, aiming to become a community academic hospital. Our focus is on Clinical Excellence, Technology-Optimized Care, and Community Connection.

We are actively seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our People Services Team. As a strategic partner, you will work closely with our Labour Relations leader to provide expert HR advice and guidance to an assigned client group, ensuring alignment with HR best practices and hospital strategic goals.

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, with occasional overtime and weekend work

Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site, with occasional travel to Finch and Church sites

Labour Group: Non-Union

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Labour Relations

Responsibilities

• Provide HR consulting, advice, and planning services to managers and directors
• Act as a trusted business partner influencing change and delivering solutions in employee and labour relations
• Offer proactive HR planning and advice for operational and workforce planning
• Lead and coordinate people management processes with internal clients
• Guide on workplace violence, discrimination, harassment, and return-to-work issues
• Manage complex employee grievances, investigations, and dispute resolutions
• Represent the organization at mediations and partner with legal counsel as needed
• Develop investigation reports and recommend disciplinary actions or terminations
• Analyze data to identify trends and recommend management actions
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs
• Deliver education programs for client managers on HR processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management or Labour/Industrial Relations or equivalent experience
• CHRL certification is an asset
• HRPA membership preferred
• Minimum 5 years HR experience in a fast-paced, unionized healthcare environment
• Knowledge of Ontario employment laws and regulations
• Strong skills in investigation, analysis, negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management

Why choose Humber River Health?

We are recognized as a top employer, committed to high-quality patient care, diversity, and community involvement. We support our staff with leadership development, research opportunities, and a culture of respect and professionalism. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment.