Senior Human Resource Business Partner

WestJet; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges

Career development opportunities

Savings and Benefit programs

Job summary

WestJet is seeking a Senior HRBP to partner with business leaders, drive organizational effectiveness, and shape a high‑performing culture. You will guide leadership development, lead complex people initiatives, and provide proactive HR guidance across the business.

You will translate strategy into people solutions, design organizational structures, and analyze metrics with HR CoEs to identify opportunities and actions, collaborating across locations.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in an HR Generalist or HRBP role.
• Experience across change management, performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and talent strategy.
• Trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders.
• Translate business issues into people strategies and solutions.
• Build relationships with leaders across multiple locations.
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence at all levels.
• Navigate conflict and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategy into people strategies with CoEs.
• Develop and execute talent strategies including succession planning and workforce planning.
• Lead organizational design initiatives aligned to business priorities.
• Translate people metrics into insights with HR CoEs to drive actions.
• Coach and advise leaders on talent, engagement, employee relations, and change management.

Skills

HR Generalist

HRBP

Change management

Talent strategy

Employee relations

Leadership coaching

Strategic partnership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CPHR designation (asset)

Job description

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.

Why WestJet

Since our story took off in 1996, WestJet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview of role:

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) to partner with business leaders in driving organizational effectiveness, talent strategies, employee engagement, and business performance. As a trusted advisor, the Sr. HRBP will provide proactive Human Resource guidance, support leadership development, lead complex people initiatives, and help shape a high-performing culture.

Key Deliverables Include

• Translate business strategy into people strategies and initiatives in partnership with WestJet’sHuman Resources Centre’s of Excellence (CoEs)
• Develop and execute talent strategies to address current and future talent gaps through business unit talent reviews, succession planning, and workforce planning
• Lead organizational design initiatives for the business unit to ensure the organization is aligned to evolving business priorities and future needs
• Translate people metrics and data into meaningful insights and trends, partnering with leaders and HR CoEs to identify opportunities, solutions, and actions
• Coach and advise leaders on talent and engagement strategies, employee relations matters, and organizational change management

Experience And Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role
• Extensive experience across key areas of Human Resources, including change management, performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and talent strategy
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, providing thoughtful ideas and solutions while building strong, collaborative relationships with senior leaders
• Strong ability to understand, interpret, and translate business issues and requirements into effective people strategies and solutions
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain meaningful, positive business relationships with leaders and teams across multiple locations
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to navigate and resolve conflict, work effectively under pressure, and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting large, operational teams in a complex organization
• CPHR designation is considered a strong asset
• Experience working in a federally regulated, unionized environment is considered an asset

The Benefits Of Being a WestJetter

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

About WestJet Group Of Companies

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. The WestJet Group is a major Canadian employer and includes WestJet Airlines, WestJet Encore and Sunwing Vacations Group. We’re Canada’s leading value airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.

Our safety promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. Safety and security are shared responsibilities all team members are expected to use safe work practices to ensure their well-being and the safety of others. WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as Safey-Sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet'sAlcohol and Drug Policy.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We embrace what makes each of us unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. We welcome diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds so if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply – even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

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