Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

CIEE; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit study abroad organization is seeking a Manager, Human Resources Business Partner to oversee HR programs in the Study Abroad division. You will manage employee relations, ensure compliance with labor laws, and support staffing and HR administration across multiple sites. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, at least 4 years of HR experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. This remote position allows for candidates from Canada or the USA.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Gym reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience in a multinational organization.
• Strong knowledge of global and U.S. employment laws.
• Ability to manage confidential matters with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HR partner supporting HR administration and talent strategies.
• Handle employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with CIEE policies and local labor laws.

Skills

HR best practices

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position: Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Reports to: Director, HR Business Partner / Vice President, Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Location: Remote (USA or Canada)

Who we are

CIEE is a non-profit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world.

Why work with us

• You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change!
• You will receive a competitive total rewards package. CIEE provides all employees with exceptional benefits offerings that increase total compensation by up to 25%. Our top-tier benefits include: Paid time off and parental leave, gym reimbursement program, Employee Assistance Program, short-term & long-term disability, 6 floating Fridays (based on eligibility rules), CIEE Study Abroad and TEFL Program discounts, 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution, insurance coverage (life, travel, medical, dental, and vision), Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account (medical and dependent).
• Voluntary benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, accident, and critical illness).
• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 29 countries. We support international participants from over 140 countries who come to the USA each year and advance our 77-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.

What you are

The Manager, Human Resources Business Partner will report to the Vice President of Human Resources on an interim basis (8 months) and will manage HR programs/supports across CIEE’s Study Abroad division. This will involve supporting partners across the U.S. and more than 42 international centers to implement HR best practices. Core responsibilities include compliance with global labor laws, employee relations support (in coordination with legal counsel), general HR administration, and ad hoc recruitment support.

What you’ll do

• Working with the VP of HR over the next 8 months, you’ll serve as an HR partner to leaders across the Study Abroad division, supporting HR administration, change initiatives, and talent strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and investigations (working with local legal counsel where needed).
• Support site leaders to ensure compliance with CIEE policies and local labor laws and advise on the development and enforcement of consistent, locally informed HR policies.
• Support employee engagement efforts by gathering and reporting feedback and collaborating with leadership to enhance the employee experience.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity of employee records and organizational management changes.
• Support division heads with regular and ad hoc HR reporting where required.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and other HR functions to support staffing and recruitment initiatives as needed.
• Initially, many duties will cover maternity leave on the team (working closely with the VP of HR). The duties will be largely consistent, but the percentage of time spent in various areas may change (e.g., heavy employee relations focus for the first 8 months, then a 50% split between HR Admin and Employee Relations when the team member on leave returns).

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and a minimum of 4 years of progressive HR experience, including experience in a multinational or globally focused organization.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and awareness of global and U.S. employment laws.
• Strong organizational skills, analytical and solutions-oriented.
• Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities, respond quickly, and keep stakeholders informed.
• Solid understanding of core HR functions, including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and ability to manage confidential matters with professionalism.
• Experience navigating complex employee relations and organizational challenges with simple, effective solutions.
• Results-driven, people-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced environments.

Note: CIEE believes that professionals with varied backgrounds bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission to bring the world together. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to federal regulations, a background and reference check will be conducted as a condition of employment.