Jobs in Guelph, United States

Bilingual Human Resources Business Partner - Ontario

Location(s) :

Reporting to : HR Manager, HRBP

Be the Strategic HR Leader for UNIQLO’s Retail Teams

At UNIQLO Canada, our people are the foundation of our success. As a Bilingual HR Business Partner (HRBP), you will play a pivotal role in supporting store managers and sales floor teams, ensuring that our workforce remains engaged, productive, and aligned with UNIQLO’s mission. If you enjoy a hands-on, field-oriented HR role, working closely with leaders to drive operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity.

Key Responsibilities :

• Act as the main HR advisor for store managers, assistant store managers, and area managers in your assigned region
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, from coaching to conflict resolution
• Conduct workplace investigations and ensure compliance with employment law
• Enforce progressive discipline, lead disciplinary meetings, and manage termination processes with professionalism
• Ensure employee records are complete and accurate in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Partner with recruiters to coordinate hiring for mid-level management roles in stores
• Support the recruitment and onboarding processes for new store associates by supporting interview process, conducting new hire orientation, ensuring employees are enrolled in our HRIS / store systems, and following up with Payroll, Store Managers, and HR members to ensure employee onboarding is completed
• Assist in the ongoing review, development and implementation of company policies, programs and initiatives including delivering training programs
• Monitor workforce trends, assess store needs, and implement HR strategies that improve engagement and retention
• Support with regional organization planning and staff development including creating and monitoring the progress of a development plan with area managers and HR Manager
• Serve as the HRBP backup for Québec when needed, ensuring smooth operations across regions
• Stay ahead of labor laws and HR best practices, ensuring UNIQLO remains compliant and competitive
• Ensure company operates in accordance with all applicable legislation including Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, etc.
• Sit as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and oversee meetings of the stores JHSC's
• Provide a weekly HR report summarizing key activities and observations
• Additional duties as required

Desired Skills and Experience :

• University degree / Post secondary education in Human Resources or related field
• 3+ years of experience advising managers and leaders on employee relations
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance in Canada
• Prior experience in retail HR is a strong asset
• Experience working in a unionized environment is an advantage
• Proven ability to conduct workplace investigations and provide sound HR recommendations
• Confident in handling performance management, disciplinary meetings, and terminations
• Ability to travel across the GTA (3 days per week) to visit stores and provide on-site HR support
• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with global teams and people at all levels of the organization
• Permanent work authorization in Canada (eligible to work for any employer)
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools and HRIS systems
• Ability to operate with high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision

If you’re looking for a role where you can make an immediate impact, lead HR initiatives, and be a driving force in UNIQLO’s retail success, we want to hear from you!