Human Resources Business Partner

Canfor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to drive talent management and organizational effectiveness. This role involves collaborating with executives to align HR practices with business goals, overseeing recruitment, and enhancing employee experience across multiple corporate functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR, a strong analytical mindset, and a passion for fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join a forward-thinking company that values its people and invests in their growth, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plans

Recognition programs

Comprehensive benefits

Paid leaves

Pension plans

Savings options

Health & well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as HR Business Partner required.
• Strong analytical mindset and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate HR objectives and partner with business leaders.
• Lead talent management strategy and employee development initiatives.

Skills

HR Business Partnering

Analytical Skills

Client Service

Communication Skills

Education

CPHR designation

Post-secondary diploma/degree in HR

Tools

SAP Success Factors

Job description

You are a strategic and business-savvy senior Human Resources leader, with the ability to execute at both the tactical and strategic levels. You have a reputation for exceeding your customers’ needs and redefining the value of what an HR Business Partner can do to bring a people plan to life. You’re passionate about driving strategic thought partnership to executives on people and organizational issues and implementing talent practices that are aligned with best practice and outside the box thinking.

Highly motivated and ambitious, you seek opportunities for growth and advancement and are ready to tackle any HR challenges that may come your way!

Working with our Director, HR Corporate, you will share responsibility for aligning HR and business objectives for employees and management across Corporate Functions in North America and support clients in Sales, Logistics, IT, Finance, HR, Legal, and Corporate Relations.

This role will support our corporate office employees, by partnering with the Business Leaders, and the HR team to execute against our Talent Management strategy. You will work with our HR Director to drive the HR cycles from start to finish, including talent assessment, calibration, career development and succession planning. In addition, you will also support key company-wide HR projects including employee recognition program reviews and engagements and exit surveys.

A day in the life of the HR Business Partner includes:

• Provide HR business partner support to all departments within the corporate groups in our Vancouver, Prince George and our US Corporate offices.
• Provide consultation and advice to internal clients in the administration of company policies, employee relations and human resources management.
• Oversee the connection between internal clients and in-house recruitment team, selection and onboarding procedures for new hires.
• Prepare for and/or participate in formal meetings as required, including management meetings, board and executive meetings, Health and Safety Committee meetings, Employee Experience Team meetings and project meetings.
• Lead the development and implementation of company-wide processes and tools for Performance, Talent, and Succession Management.
• Act as the ambassador of talent and focus efforts on the creation of opportunities to expedite the capabilities and growth of the company’s most important asset: our people.
• Support the training and development of our employee groups, acting as an advocate for our corporate groups and individual employees in supporting their needs.
• Work with your internal business clients and our Total Rewards team to determine appropriate compensation strategies for new hires and department and organizational planning.
• Work directly with the team in Vancouver, Prince George and US Offices, providing best in class employee relations and employee experience.
• Act as main point of contact on talent-related priorities, issues and/or processes including performance management, employee relations, succession planning, retention, and talent development.
• Collaborate closely with HR leaders to integrate the Learning and Talent functions into HR.

For this role come equipped with:

• A CPHR designation and/or SHRM designation is strongly preferred.
• A post-secondary diploma/degree in human resources or labour management.
• 5+ years experience as HR Business Partner and/or delivering HR and employee experience projects and change management initiatives.
• A demonstrated understanding of client service.
• Experience using an HRIS, specifically SAP Success Factors is an asset.

If you have a strong analytical mindset, the ability to travel domestically and globally on occasion, and superior communication, click that “apply” button today!

The salary range for this position is: $108,000.00-$135,000.00.

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance are recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.