Human Resources Business Partner (12-Month Maternity Leave Contract)

AutoTrader.ca; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee and Family Assistance program

Virtual wellness events

Regular internal training programs

Financial planning with 3% matching Pension

Annual bonus structure

Job summary

AutoTrader.ca is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner for a 12-month maternity leave contract in Toronto, ON. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leadership to drive HR strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on talent management, employee relations, and performance management.

This role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a background in HR best practices, and the ability to manage organizational change effectively. Competitive compensation includes a structure for annual bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in HR roles, preferably as an HR Business Partner or Generalist.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to influence leaders and manage organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to understand organizational goals.
• Identify talent gaps and develop succession planning strategies.
• Manage conflict resolution and promote a positive work culture.
• Support HR programs and policies across departments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational change management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday HRIS

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner (12-Month Maternity Leave Contract)

Toronto, ON (Canada)

We are a Canadian leader in digital automotive solutions. Our flagship brands — AutoTrader.ca, AutoSync, Dealertrack Canada and CMS — help Canadians buy, sell, and finance vehicles with confidence.

AutoTrader.ca is Canada’s largest automotive marketplace, with over 25 million monthly visits.

As part of AutoScout24 group, Europe’s largest online car marketplace, we’re shaping the future of automotive retail in Canada and beyond.

Join us on our journey as we bring together the best of Europe and North America to shape the future of automotive retail.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) collaborates with senior leadership and department managers to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives. This role focuses on talent management, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, compensation design and HR policy implementation.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with business leaders to understand organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Provide HR insights and strategic guidance to support business growth and transformation.
• Align HR initiatives with company strategy.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning

• Identify talent gaps and develop succession planning strategies.
• Work with managers to retain and develop employees.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to build strong teams.

Employee Relations

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR policies and employee concerns.
• Manage conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
• Promote a positive work culture and employee engagement.
• Demonstrated experience with collective bargaining, grievance management, and labor relations strategy.

Performance Management

• Support performance review processes and goal setting.
• Coach managers on employee development and performance improvement plans.
• Implement and drive recognition programs across the business.

Organizational Development

• Drive change management initiatives.
• Support organizational restructuring and transformation projects.
• Develop programs that enhance employee capability and leadership development.

HR Policy & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Support implementation of HR programs and policies across departments.

Data & HR Analytics

• Use HR data and metrics to identify trends and inform business decisions.
• Provide insights on turnover, engagement, and workforce performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in HR roles, preferably in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist position.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to influence leaders and manage organizational change.

Preferred Skills

• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is an asset.
• Experience with Workday HRIS and HR analytics.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.

Benefits

• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Virtual wellness events
• Regular internal training programs
• Financial planning with 3% matching Pension
• Annual bonus structure

Compensation

The expected compensation for this position is 100K-120K.