Senior HR Business Partner

TransAlta; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior HR Business Partner in Calgary, where you will provide strategic HR solutions and support business operations. This role offers a hybrid work model and the opportunity to enhance organizational performance through effective HR practices. The company values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive program

Pension plan with company matching

Flexible benefits for you and your family

Vacation and personal days

Employee Rewards Programs

Annual Wellness Payment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in HR management.
• CHRP designation or working towards it is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide best-in-class HR advice and business partnerships.
• Manage all aspects of HR programs, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to build organizational capability.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Social Sciences

Tools

MS Word

Excel

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Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Who We Are

"Energizing the Future"

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 100 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth. For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at www.transalta.com

About The Role

We are currently looking for a motivated and dedicated Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join the HR team! This role is based out of our head office in Downtown Calgary with the ability to work from home in a hybrid capacity. The HRBP will support our business operations side to deliver tactical and strategic HR solutions to leaders and their business units.

You will be accountable for developing, implementing, and managing strategies designed to support the overall HR business plan. You will also provide professional HR guidance to client groups to facilitate successful goal achievement. This includes workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and other people processes to enhance business performance.

What You Will Do

• Provide best-in-class HR advice and business partnerships for client groups in support of business plans.
• Partner with business leaders on setting priorities and resource allocation to address operational challenges and opportunities.
• Support change management and employee engagement initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategies, processes, and methods to build organizational capability.
• Forecast and plan talent pipeline requirements aligned with business strategy.
• Manage all aspects of HR programs, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
• Handle employee performance and discipline issues.
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting reputation, compliance, and employee relations.
• Operate in accordance with company policies, standards, and legal requirements, ensuring adherence.
• Build organizational alignment regarding roles, responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Provide HR guidance that aligns with business trends and needs.

What We Need From You

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Social Sciences, or equivalent experience.
• CHRP designation or working towards it is an asset.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in HR management with broad generalist skills.
• Experience with collective agreements, employee relations, human rights, performance management, and labor practices.
• Experience in workforce planning and strategic recruitment, engagement, and retention.
• Motivated team player capable of collaborating across diverse business areas.
• Ability to manage difficult conversations and influence outcomes while maintaining trust.
• Strong understanding of the link between HR and business strategy.
• Problem-solving skills and analytical ability to address issues effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Annual incentive program
• Pension plan with company matching
• Flexible benefits for you and your family
• Vacation and personal days
• Employee Rewards Programs
• Annual Wellness Payment

To learn more about energizing your future, check out our Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway. Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. At TransAlta, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can be your authentic self.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We aim to ensure every employee feels included and belongs. TransAlta is dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and LGBTQ2+ community members. We believe diversity enhances performance, governance, and workplace culture.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources, Utilities