Senior HR Business Partner

Humani HR; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm seeks a Senior HR Business Partner to manage client relationships and develop HR strategies. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, strong knowledge of Canadian employment law, and excellent project management skills. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

4 weeks paid vacation plus 5 wellness days annually

Full health benefits

RRSP/DPSP program

Reimbursement for professional HR association fees

Opportunities for growth and professional development

Company retreats and team events

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive, client-facing HR experience.
• Experience building HR systems and processes from scratch.
• Self-starter with excellent project management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR Business Partner for multiple clients.
• Analyze current HR programs and design tailored HR roadmaps.
• Develop and review HR policies and procedures.

Skills

Employment Law & Legislation

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Creativity

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Senior HR Business Partner

Location: Toronto, ON

Humani HR is a boutique Human Resources consulting firm that serves as business partners to executives of businesses of all sizes. We support our clients' People Operations needs, including policy & handbook development, HR software implementation, performance management, compensation strategy, training & development, talent strategy, employee relations, HR operations, and more. To learn more about us, visit our website.

About You and the Role

At Humani, we are a team of modern HR professionals leading with a growth mindset. The Senior HR Business Partner will be the primary contact for multiple clients across various industries and jurisdictions. The ideal candidate can manage complex people and culture issues, providing tailored solutions. You should have a broad knowledge of HR employment law across provinces, excellent client and project management skills, and the ability to guide organizations through change. We seek a strategic, process-oriented, and operationally driven self-starter.

This role offers the opportunity to support growing businesses through diverse initiatives. The HRBP will manage change in a dynamic environment, creating HR policies and programs from scratch, and delivering excellent client results. If you thrive in fast-paced, evolving settings and enjoy meaningful work, we encourage you to apply.

Note: This position is based in Toronto with a hybrid work model, involving remote work and onsite support at client sites. Travel may be required.

What You Will Do

• Act as the primary HR Business Partner for multiple clients.
• Analyze current HR programs and design tailored HR roadmaps.
• Ensure organizational compliance with jurisdictional standards.
• Align HR agendas with labor law requirements.
• Develop and review HR policies and procedures.
• Leverage data analytics to inform business decisions.
• Manage complex compensation projects, designing plans based on market data.
• Review and implement HR software and processes.
• Develop and review performance management processes.
• Handle employee relations issues.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to management and employees.
• Create and deliver HR training sessions.
• Participate in virtual meetings with clients' executives and staff.
• Serve as the relationship manager between Humani and clients' C-Suite.

Your Skill Set

• Employment Law & Legislation: Strong knowledge of Canadian employment law across multiple provinces; union/labor relations experience is a plus.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations, determine solutions, and analyze data for decision-making.
• Time Management: Effectively manage time to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Responsiveness & Flexibility: Be available and adaptable to client needs.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to influence and tailor messages.
• Self-Motivation & Discipline: Work independently with minimal oversight, providing full service to clients.
• Organizational Skills: Be organized and efficient in problem-solving and implementation.
• Creativity: Think outside the box and handle diverse situations innovatively.
• Unionized work experience is an asset.

Who You Are

• 10+ years of progressive, client-facing HR experience.
• Self-starter with excellent project management and attention to detail.
• Experience building HR systems and processes from scratch.
• Fast learner with high-quality output.
• Proficient with technology, especially Google Workspace or similar tools.
• Experience in relationship management, supporting or leading teams.
• Knowledge of current HR practices and market trends.
• Change management experience is a plus.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities and implementing solutions.

Our Company Perks

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Salary range: $90,000-$105,000, with potential bonuses up to 25+%.
• 4 weeks paid vacation plus 5 wellness days annually.
• Full health benefits.
• RRSP/DPSP program.
• Reimbursement for professional HR association fees.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Company retreats and team events.

Humani values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of diverse gender and sexual identities.