HR Business Partner

Humani HR; California (MO); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefit Plan

Retirement Savings/Match program

Primarily remote with in-person events

Company retreats

HR association fees reimbursement

Paid time off: 4 weeks vacation + 5‑5?

Job summary

Humani HR, based in Toronto, seeks an HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR guidance to a portfolio of clients. You will lead projects from diagnosis to implementation, develop HR roadmaps, and ensure high-quality services that drive business results.

You will build policies from the ground up, advise CEOs and leaders, and manage relationships with a solutions-focused approach. Occasional travel and client visits are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in HR or related field.
• Professional HR designation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law across provinces.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HRBP for client accounts and advise on policies, compliance, compensation, HRIS, audits and payroll oversight.
• Build trusted client relationships and identify effective HR solutions.
• Lead client meetings, develop HR roadmaps, and enable decision-making.
• Support growth through client expansion, retention and KPI achievement.
• Model Humani HR values and maintain consistent processes and documentation.

Skills

Client-facing

Strategic thinking

Communication

Influence

Problem solving

Agility

Self-management

Tech literacy

Education

HR degree or diploma

HR designation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Location:Toronto, ON

Humani HR is your modern-thinking team of HR professionals. We are passionate about helping small and medium-sized businesses with their People and Culture. We take the stress out of HR by providing fractional HR support and consulting services. Our solutions are customized, on demand and scale with our clients' changing needs. We are more than just strategic advisors – we do the work, so our clients can focus on building their business.

Humani is a dynamic, fast‑moving environment where every day looks a little different. Humani HR is a primarily remote-first organization; however, HR Business Partners and Generalists are expected to attend client visits periodically (typically up to 15% of the time, but could be more frequent), as well as company events. These onsite requirements may be local or, on occasion, outside your province of residence or internationally. To learn more about usand our team, visitourwebsite.

AboutThe Role

As anHR Business Partner,you serve as a trusted partner toa portfolioofclients, providing strategic guidance and practical solutions to their organizationalandpeople challenges.You excelat context switching,leadingHR projects from diagnosis throughimplementation,anddeliveringhigh-quality HR services that drive business results.

Youarecomfortable buildingHR policies and programs from the ground up andthrive in environments where structure is still evolving.Highly flexible and organized, you build strong relationships and communicate with an executive presence to confidently advise CEOs and senior leaders.You bring a solutions-oriented mindsetandareenergized by solving complexpeoplechallenges across a variety of clientenvironmentsand industries.

Strong labour relations expertise, including collective agreement interpretation, grievance management, and employee relations in unionized workplaces, is preferred. Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements and experience supporting workplace safety programs is highly desirable.

You have a proven ability to guideorganizations,leaders,and teamsthrough changewith clarity and confidence.You balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and bring sound judgment to complex people matters.If this sounds like you, read more about whatyou’lldo and theexperienceand skills you bring to this role below!

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary HR Business Partner for assigned client accounts, addressing a wide range of HR and organizational needs, including but not limited to developingor reviewing policies, organizational compliance, compensation analysis, HRIS analysis or implementation, audits, recruitment support, performancemanagementand employee relationsandother HR functionsincluding payroll processing and oversight.
• Build andmaintainstrong trusted relationships with client leaders and stakeholders.
• Conduct needs assessments to diagnose client challenges andidentifyeffective HR solutions that align with client businessobjectives.
• Lead andfacilitateclient meetings to gather insights, present recommendations, develop HR Roadmaps, and drive decision‑making.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client requests,demonstratingactive listening and clear communication.
• Manage client expectationsregardingtimelines, deliverables,scope,and budget
• Proactivelyanticipateclient needs and suggest solutions aligned with their business context.
• Support company growth through client expansion, retention,satisfaction,and direct contribution to Humani’sKPIs.
• Model the company’s mission and valuesand competenciesin all interactions
• Support operational excellence through consistent processes, documentation, and standards the company sets.

YourExperience:

As an HR Business Partner with7+ yearsofprogressive client-facing HR experience, you bring solid leadership and business acumenwith a:

• Proven ability to manage multiple clientswhile tailoringyour approachtosuitdiverse client needs.
• Ability toleverageteam strengths to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work collaborativelywith Generalists, Senior HRBPs, and cross-functional team members to ensure seamless client service and collective problem-solving.
• Commitment to continuous learning development, actively seeking feedback and applying lessons learned to enhance overall effectiveness.
• Builds credibility through clear, honest communication that balances empathy with directness, influencing outcomes whilemaintainingstrong relationships.

YourSkillset & Credentials:

• A degree or diploma in HR or related field.
• Professional HR designation ispreferred.
• Strong understanding of employment law across multiple provinces.
• Proactive self‑management:You are expected to be self‑driven, managing your workload and meetingcompetingdeadlines with minimal supervision.
• Accountability and commitment to excellence:Consistently delivers high-quality, client‑ready work with strong attention to detail. Takes ownership of errors and ensures work is delivered on time and within budget.
• Problem Solving:HRBPs absorb a great deal of information about the client's business, sometimes working with limited information; as such, you bring a keen ability toapply critical thinking, analyzeinsights,andput together solutions customized to the client’s objectives.
• Strategic Communication and Influence:Engages effectively with diverse audiences – from executives to frontline employees – adapting communication style to meet audience needs and strengthening leadership awareness across the organization.
• Technology: Ability to quickly learn new tools and platforms. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and exceptional spreadsheet and presentation‑building skills. Adaptability is essential, as our clients use a wide range of software.
• Agility and adaptability:You thrive in change and ambiguous environments by maintaining flexibility, resilience and composure while pivoting yourself to meet evolving demands.

Why Join Humani– A workplacedesignedfor your growth

We recognize the level ofexpertisethis role requires, and we offeracomprehensive compensation package andbenefitsin return,some of which include:

• Opportunity for meaningful career growth and client impact, where your unique background and experience are welcomed and valued.
• Base salary $80,000-$100,000 with potential to earn up to 10-25+% of base salary through our annualperformance-based bonus program (Total compensation up to $88,000-$125,000+).
• Paid time off (4weeks' vacation, 5wellnessdays andpublicholidaysobserved).
• Health BenefitPlan and Retirement Savings/Match program.
• Primarilyremote work withopportunities forin-person relationship building through company‑wide retreats and local team events.
• Your Professional HR association fees are reimbursed.

What you can expect during our Recruitment Process:

Ourhiring process is designed to give all candidates a realistic preview of what it is like to work in a consultingenvironment.The full process typically takes 3-4 weeks (often sooner), and wemaintainclear,timelycommunication at each stage.Successful candidates will move through:

• An initialscreening interview
• A take-home exercise
• Asecondaryinterview
• A final case study discussion

Humani HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local law.

Our recruitment process is human‑led, supported by AI tools, with all hiring decisions made by people.