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HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner Job Description

An HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic HR professional who collaborates closely with specific business units or departments to align HR initiatives with their operational and strategic objectives. This role involves providing expert HR advice, coaching leaders on talent management, organizational development, and employee relations, and driving HR programs that support business outcomes. The HRBP acts as a trusted advisor, translating business needs into HR solutions. This position demands strong business acumen, excellent consulting and influencing skills, and a deep understanding of HR practices. Typically, 5-8 years of progressive HR experience, with specific HRBP or senior generalist experience, is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration is essential, with a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation highly preferred. A comprehensive understanding of Canadian employment law and industry-specific HR challenges is crucial.

Typical HR business partner duties:

Partner with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and develop HR solutions.Provide expert advice and coaching on talent management, performance, and employee relations.Lead organizational development initiatives specific to assigned business units.Drive employee engagement and retention strategies.Facilitate workforce planning and succession management processes.Interpret and apply Canadian employment legislation to business unit challenges.Oversee compensation and benefits alignment for assigned groups.Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and inform business decisions.

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Salary for HR Business Partner
86750 - 108250
Low
86750
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
95000
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
108250
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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