Our client is an innovative clean energy organization operating in a global environment. They are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to act as the senior HR presence at their Canadian site. This is a highly hands-on, operational role supporting a small, technical workforce while aligning local HR practices with global standards.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers in Canada
- Manage employee relations matters, performance issues, and HR consultations
- Support the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding
- Implement global HR policies locally and ensure compliance with Canadian and BC employment legislation
- Own the end-to-end payroll process in partnership with an external payroll provider
- Manage payroll timelines, reviews, approvals, and escalations
- Oversee benefits administration, renewals, and vendor relationships
- Support compensation decisions, salary structures, and pay band implementation
- Coordinate the annual performance and appraisal cycle
- Maintain and optimize HR systems and employee records
- Ensure compliance with provincial and federal employment legislation
- Act as the primary HR interface between the Canadian site and global HR teams
- Support workforce planning and HR initiatives
Requirements
Must Have
5–8+ years of progressive HR experience in CanadaBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)Strong knowledge of Canadian and BC employment legislationExperience acting as the senior HR presence at a local siteHands-on experience coordinating payroll and benefits with a managed-service providerWorking knowledge of HRIS platforms and payroll systemsStrong communication, judgment, and stakeholder management skillsLegal authorization to work in CanadaNice to Have
CPHR designation (completed or in progress)Experience working in a global or matrixed organizationExposure to change or project-based HR initiativesIf this sounds like the role for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05060-0013375167 in all correspondence.
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