Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partnerships

The Institute for Performance and Learning; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partnerships, where your expertise will shape organizational success. This dynamic role involves aligning HR strategies with business goals, leading a collaborative team, and driving innovation in HR practices. With a focus on employee engagement and labour relations, you will play a crucial role in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement while making a meaningful impact in the community. If you're passionate about HR leadership and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan

Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan

Accrue Vacation starting at 3 weeks per annum

3 Paid personal days and floating holidays

Flexible hours supporting wellness

Annual performance review and merit increases

Access to tuition reimbursement

Supportive leadership and culture of respect

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in labour relations and union negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead union negotiations and develop labour relations strategies.

Skills

HR Leadership

Labour Relations

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Employee Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Master’s or legal degree

Tools

HR Analytics

HR Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partnerships

Corporate Services, Human Resources

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $125,186 to $156,484 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Work Mode: Hybrid*see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON and 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton ON

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

At Peel Region, Your Impact Matters

At Peel Region, our passion and dedication drive us to build a better future. We deliver essential services that make a real difference in the lives of the 1.5 million residents of Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga. From long-term care to water treatment, every member of our team plays a vital role in creating a thriving community.

We put people first. Peel Region fosters a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported. Our flexible work culture promotes balance, growth, and advancement. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build a meaningful career. Together, we create a lasting impact.

Join us—be bold, think big, and help shape a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Our Human Resources team strengthens Peel’s workplace through six service groups:

• Talent Management
• Wellness Programming
• Organizational Development & Learning
• HR Service Delivery
• Strategic Initiatives & Programming
• Talent Acquisition

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced, dynamic HR leader passionate about transformation, innovation, and building high-performing, inclusive teams? Join us as Senior Manager, Business Partnerships where you’ll shape organizational success by aligning HR strategies with business goals and leading a collaborative team.

Reporting to the HR Director, you’ll oversee workforce planning, employee and labour relations, and health and safety while building strong business partnerships and leading a team of five (5) HR leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Leadership

• Partner with senior leaders to develop HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead strategic workforce planning and talent management initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on HR policies, practices, and employee engagement.
• Use HR analytics to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Employee & Labour Relations

• Lead union negotiations and develop labour relations strategies.
• Provide guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Build collaborative relationships with union representatives and stakeholders.

Health & Safety

• Oversee health and safety programs to ensure a safe, compliant workplace.
• Lead investigations and implement preventive and corrective actions.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a high-performing, diverse HR team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and employee engagement.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or legal degree preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in labour relations and union negotiations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications (CHRP, CHRL, CHRE) highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in data-driven HR decision-making.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and HR best practices.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources

In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that includes a minimum of 2 days per week on-site. This means you'll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

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Make Your Mark

Shape the future with us. Join a team where creativity, collaboration, and innovation lead to a lasting impact. Apply today!

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve. Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [e-mail]

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.