Senior Talent & Culture Business Partner

Lemay; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture and design firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Talent & Culture Business Partner. This role focuses on aligning talent management strategies with business objectives, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to employee development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating impactful spaces and a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Flexible group insurance program

$1008 envelope for health and wellness

Payment of membership fees

Minimum of three weeks vacation

Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s

Hybrid and remote work policy

Summer schedule and flexible hours

Social activities throughout the year

Internal training offered

Discount on public transit passes

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in talent management or HR roles.
• Strong knowledge of workforce planning and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with business goals.
• Analyze employee engagement data to improve morale.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Conflict Resolution

Analytical Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s preferred

Tools

HR data analysis tools

Learning and development platforms

Employee engagement software

Job description

Senior Talent & Culture Business Partner

Full-time

A Canadian leader in architecture and design, Lemay has experienced dramatic growth and exciting transformation over the past few years.

At Lemay, we believe in the unique value of design to create open and meaningful spaces to grow. We are committed to approaching every design problem with curiosity, invention, and a generous spirit to uncover hidden opportunity. We are a transdisciplinary team of change-makers creating planet-friendly spaces for people and their communities.

We are proud of our team's diversity in ethnicity, culture, religion, indigenous status, sexual orientation, physical limitations, gender identity, and age. We are committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment so that everyone feels respected and valued.

Our main goal is to design spaces where possibilities come to life and create a positive impact.

The Talent and Culture Business Partner acts as a strategic consultant to business leaders, aligning talent management strategies with business objectives to drive performance, employee engagement, and organizational growth. This role combines expertise in talent acquisition, development, and workforce planning to deliver impactful people solutions.

How are you going to have an impact:

1. Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with business goals to attract, retain, and develop high-performing teams.
2. Partner with leadership to assess talent needs and identify gaps, crafting targeted workforce plans.

Employee Development & Coaching

Provide guidance on career development, succession planning, and leadership training.

Conduct talent assessments to identify high-potential employees and drive tailored development programs.

Performance Management

Support managers in executing performance review cycles, setting performance metrics, and fostering a feedback culture.

Address performance-related challenges and recommend action plans for improvement.

Employee Engagement & Retention

Analyze employee engagement data and recommend strategies to improve morale and reduce turnover.

Facilitate initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.

Change Management

Lead change management initiatives related to talent programs, organizational restructuring, or cultural transformations.

Provide support and communication plans to mitigate disruption and foster adoption.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Analyze HR metrics (e.g., turnover rates, employee satisfaction, skill gaps) to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.

Prepare reports and present insights to senior management.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Member of CHRP Quebec association preferably.

8+ years of experience in talent management, HR business partnering, or related HR roles.

Strong knowledge of workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement strategies.

Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.

Analytical mindset with proficiency in HR data analysis tools and platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in managing talent in hybrid or remote work environments.
• Familiarity with learning and development platforms and employee engagement software.

Lemay makes its employee development and well-being a priority. Part of that is offering the following advantages:

• Flexible group insurance program (health and dental insurance);
• $1008 envelope to invest as needed (Health and Wellness Management Accounts, RRSP/DPSP);
• Payment of membership fees to your professional association;
• A minimum of three (3) weeks vacation;
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day;
• Hybrid and remote work policy at all times;
• Summer schedule and flexible hours all year round;
• Social activities throughout the year;
• Internal training offered to all employees (Lemay Academy);
• Onboarding paired with a colleague;
• Online training platforms and gym in some offices;
• Up to 70% discount on monthly public transit passes.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.