Human Resources Business Partner

CI Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to align HR strategies with business goals. This role emphasizes commercial consultation, employee relations expertise, and project management, fostering a culture of leadership and engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, particularly in employee relations, and will thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Training Reimbursement

Paid Professional Designations

Employee Savings Plan (ESP)

Corporate Discount Program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental Leave Top-up program

Paid time off for Volunteering

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist role.
• Experience in Financial Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leaders to design HR practices that drive business outcomes.
• Lead HR projects to enhance employee experience.

Skills

Coaching

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

University degree in Human Resources

Post-graduate certificate in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Workday

Job description

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

About the Role

The HRBP will play a pivotal role in aligning Human Resources strategies with our business goals. This position emphasizes strong commercial consultation and a proactive approach to business-focused activities while maintaining expertise in employee relations. As a trusted advisor and coach, you will empower managers and employees to navigate challenges and opportunities confidently, foster a culture of principles-based leadership, and manage projects with agility and precision.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Consultation and Business Partnership

• Collaborate with leaders to design and implement HR practices that drive business outcomes and support entrepreneurial growth.
• Provide expert consultation on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management aligned with commercial objectives.
• Act as a coach to leaders, equipping them with tools and strategies to embrace principles-based leadership and foster high-performing teams.
• Guide senior leaders through complex challenges, providing innovative solutions that reinforce HR as a strategic business partner.

Employee Relations Expertise

• Advise managers and employees on critical matters
• Ability to develop and create effective policies that align with regulatory and legal changes
• Participate in developing and maintaining HR policies to ensure compliance with provincial labour and employment standards.

Project Management

• Lead HR projects designed to enhance employee experience, including new programs, tools, and action planning initiatives.
• Champion the implementation of organizational-wide initiatives
• Create Comprehensive change and communication plans to support business transfomations

Leadership Development and Talent Engagement

• Partner with the Talent Management Team on leadership development, mentoring programs, and engagement strategies.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development that aligns with our entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualifications

• University degree with a Human Resources focus or post-graduate certificate in Human Resources.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist role, including expertise in Employee Relations and employment legislation interpretation.
• Experience in Financial Services preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Workday is an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Exceptional coaching and relationship-building capabilities to empower leaders and employees.
• Driven by hands on direct engagement with business leaders
• Strong problem-solving, diplomacy, and professional judgment to manage sensitive and complex situations.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with frequent changes and ambiguity.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and produce results while driving organizational success.

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.

Our company operates in a hybrid work environment, offering flexibility for employees to work remotely and in the office. As part of this arrangement, all employees are required to be present in the office for a minimum of three days per week.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
• Training Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Designations
• Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
• Corporate Discount Program
• Enhanced group benefits
• Parental Leave Top–up program
• Paid time off for Volunteering

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

Please submit your resume in confidence by clicking “Apply”. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [e-mail], or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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