HR Business Partner

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.

Overview We’re looking for an

HR Business Partner

to join our corporate team. This role plays a key part in supporting leaders across Canada, with a focus on employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR initiatives.

As An HRBP, You Will

Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on employee relations, including investigations, discipline, terminations, and legal matters

Manage organizational change processes and support performance reviews, calibration sessions, and succession planning

Execute employee programs developed by HR Centres of Excellence and support rollouts from Talent Management and Learning & Development

Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruitment and selection, and advise on compensation decisions for new hires, promotions, and transfers

Administer Total Rewards programs (salary, benefits, pension, incentives) and support the annual salary review and incentive processes

Collaborate with Integrated Health Management on employee leaves (WCB, STD, LTD) and return-to-work coordination

Liaise with legal counsel on employment-related matters and attend mediations as needed

What You Bring

5-8 years of progressive HR experience with strong generalist knowledge across core HR functions

Proven ability to build strong business relationships and influence stakeholders across a matrixed environment

Strategic mindset with solid understanding of human behavior, business operations, and organizational strategy

Skilled in performance and talent processes, including calibration sessions, succession planning, and engagement initiatives

Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in all HR matters

Knowledge of compensation and recruitment practices; CPHR designation or working toward it is preferred

Bilingual in French and English as the candidate supports employees and collaborate with peers across provinces (The candidate will be expected to work with peers in other provinces in the development and implementation of tools and processes across Canada, as well as provide support to Sobeys employees across Canada)

Who We Are Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.

Learn More About Our Story And Culture Who We Are | Why Work With Us

Total Rewards We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.

Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

Additional Information External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.

Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.

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