Bilingual Human Resources Business Partner

POSITION: Human Resources Business Partner (Bilingual English/French)
LOCATION: GTA – hybrid (2 days onsite/week)

MacDonald Search Group is a national permanent placement recruiting firm and we recruit on behalf of hiring companies.

Our client is a corporation with an international footprint and established operations in Canada and they are on the hunt for a Bilingual Human Resource Business Partner to join their Canadian HR team. This role will support an employee base across multiple functions throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate will either be a senior HR Generalist or existing HRBP with the ability to handle strategic and operational activities; proven track record of partnering closely with leaders to support all people/talent processes and decisions as well as the advancement of leadership capability; experience and comfortable balancing day to day, project and strategic workstreams in a fast-paced environment; French bilingualism is also mandatory (oral and written).

Responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders acting as a trusted advisor providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, talent development, compensation, and organizational change.
• Coach and support managers in strengthening their leadership capabilities, managing employee matters, and strengthening company culture.
• Manage and provide guidance on employee relations matters, including conducting investigations, supporting conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Assist leaders and employees with disability management, workplace accommodation, and safe and timely return-to-work processes.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition team on recruitment and onboarding activities to support effective hiring and successful employee integration.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and cross-functional teams to enhance HR programs, policies, processes, and overall service delivery.
• Lead and contribute to HR projects, operational initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and culture-building activities aligned with employee feedback and evolving business needs.
• Develop and deliver HR training, resources, and workshops to support leaders and employees.
• Provide HR support throughout organizational changes, promoting a positive employee experience and reinforcing company culture and values.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• CHRP or CHRL designation an asset
• Fully bilingual in English and French (written and spoken)
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience including as a Senior HR Generalist and/or HR Business Partner capacity
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian employment requirements including Quebec employment legislation
• Previous experience in and aptitude in Talent Acquisition and HR operations is a strong asset
• Proven ability to influence and partner with leaders, manage complex employee matters, and drive HR initiatives from strategy through execution
• Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to fostering positive employee engagement and leadership development.

Compensation:
Base salary based on experience plus bonus
3 weeks vacation
Benefits
Pension plan