Strategic HR Business Partner

Metrolinx; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation agency in Ontario as a Strategic Human Resources Business Partner. You will provide strategic HR guidance, manage employee relations, and lead HR initiatives to support the Operations divisions. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills, along with a commitment to equity and inclusion. If you are proactive and thrive in a fast-paced environment, consider applying to shape the future of transportation.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR generalist roles including performance management.
• Strong expertise across all HR disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership in talent and performance management.
• Manage employee relations issues and lead investigations.
• Utilize HR metrics to develop data-driven solutions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Relationship-building

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree in Human Resources Management

Business Administration diploma

Job description

Job Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster, and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward, and playing as a team.

Are you a proactive, experienced, and trusted HR partner? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to play a role in shaping the future of transportation in Ontario? Then consider joining our team providing strategic HR advice and guidance to leaders across the organization.

We are hiring a Strategic Human Resources Business Partner to support our Operations Rapid Transit and Asset Management & Maintenance divisions. The SHRBP will provide strategic HR advice, expertise, planning, and project and change management to senior leaders. Through a client-centric lens, the SHRBP will lead the implementation of corporate HR initiatives, develop customized strategies and solutions, and evaluate and recalibrate to meet unique business needs.

What will I be doing?

1. Supporting senior divisional leadership in talent and performance management, strategic workforce planning, employee and labour relations, succession planning, employee engagement, leadership coaching, internal communications, and organizational design and transformation.
2. Managing employee relations issues with clients (e.g., workplace disputes), including leading non-WHD investigations.
3. Utilizing HR metrics, collecting and analyzing data to identify issues and trends, and developing data-driven HR solutions.
4. Leading the implementation of HR initiatives such as succession management, talent management, and learning and development, tailoring strategies to each business unit’s needs.
5. Providing ongoing strategic HR partnership to business leaders on HR programs, policies, legislation, and regulatory requirements, including interpretation of policies, risk identification, and recommending solutions; acting as a liaison with HR COEs.
6. Supporting clients with change management and intervention strategies for major projects and transformational plans with HR implications.
7. Participating in business planning and transformation processes to assess future workforce needs and organizational structure implications.
8. Providing leadership, guidance, training, and coaching/mentoring to HR Generalists.
9. Leading interdisciplinary teams to improve processes and programs for clients and within HR, with a focus on continuous improvement.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

1. University degree or college diploma in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field; CHRP/CHRL is an asset.
2. Progressively responsible experience in HR generalist roles, including performance management, talent management, organizational design, and related legislation.
3. Strong expertise across all HR disciplines and practices.
4. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
5. Ability to develop solutions-based strategies and analyze data to support business objectives.
6. Excellent communication skills for presenting, consulting, and reporting.
7. Leadership skills for coaching and guiding HR teams and senior leaders.
8. Relationship-building and influencing skills.
9. Knowledge of organizational design, change management, and project management principles for leading transformation projects.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value great talent and diversity and welcome all applicants, especially from equity-deserving communities.

Accommodation

We are committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating applicants with disabilities during the hiring process. Contact us at 416-202-5601 or [e-mail] for assistance.

Application Process

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Communication will be via email, so ensure your contact details are current. A Criminal Record Check may be required. For internal applicants, refer to the internal mobility policy regarding eligibility.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.