PAVRO Recruitment has partnered with a Global leader in the mining industry in their search for a HR Business Partner for their Toronto office!

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

Reporting to the Executive HR Manager, the HR Business Partner is responsible for being the direct liaison for the Regional Human Resources Managers in both Canada and the US. The HR Business Partner must have knowledge in payroll processing, indigenous affairs, labour relations, HR strategies, processes and leadership, employee relations, policy and program development and implementation, training and development, as well as performance management. This role is responsible for managing all HR Functions for the Corporate Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES include, but are not limited to:

• Providing recommendations and direction to the HR regions in the following areas; compensation, benefits, recruiting, organizational structure, labour and employee relations
• Assisting the Executive HR Manager in the development and execution of HR strategies
• Managing the recruitment process for our corporate office and other locations as required:
• Developing and maintaining job descriptions and ensuring timely updates where required;
• Establishing and leading the recruiting practices and procedures necessary to attract top talent in the market, recruiting senior management and executive talent and implementing a strong “assessment” culture in our recruitment efforts;
• Responsibility for employment offers, relocations and retention strategies;
• Coordinating the onboarding process for new employees, preparing termination packages, as well as managing Disability and WSIB Claims for the corporate team;
• Managing a company-wide process of organizational planning that evaluates company structure, job design, critical roles, workforce/succession planning and change management throughout the company.
• Preparing, providing, and complying with various HR related programs, policies, requests and/or reports from and for the parent company;
• Monthly management reporting, creating and maintaining operating HR budgets including training, recruitment and legal;
• Conducting annual salary review process, promotions, transfers and reclassifications throughout the year, liaising with industry partners and ensuring integrity of data received, analyzing and benchmarking to internal salary structures;
• Reviewing and approving payroll for the corporate group;
• Designing and developing a corporate training system that addresses company training (e.g., training needs assessment, new employee on-boarding or orientation, management development, and the measurement of training impact and application);
• Sourcing and organizing leadership-training sessions with external parties, as well as developing and facilitating in house training sessions;
• Overseeing the delivery of all Human Resources training programs ensuring the necessary education, materials, and learning methods are provided to managers and employees;
• Managing the annual performance management process with the HR regions, from goal setting, development planning, mid and year-end performance reviews;
• Providing coaching and guidance to managers and employees in addressing performance issues;  
• Working with corporate legal as required in  labour relations matters, staying current on employment law changes;
• Maintaining and updating current employee policy manual to reflect changing circumstances, legislative changes and new requirements;
• Advising and supporting managers and site HR teams in matters pertaining to staffing, the interpretation and application of legislation, corporate policies and HR programs and processes while ensuring compliance and consistent application;
• Managing and reconciling office administrative budget and spending;
• Managing off-site file storage;
• Organizing and coordinating all company in person meetings held at the corporate office as well as organizing catering needs as needed for the office;
• Managing all outgoing and incoming mail, faxes, couriers and other shipments;
• Managing and ordering office supplies ;
• Coordinating event planning for  corporate staff for annual, monthly and/or weekly activities;
• Coordinating access passes for corporate office employees and visitors;
• Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• 5-7 years progressive experience as an HR Generalist/HR Manager in a fast-paced environment;
• Experience in a unionized environment would be an asset;
• Experience with compensation and global mobility would be an asset;
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources or related field. Human Resources Management Certificate or CHRL designation would be an asset;
• Experience as a stand-alone HR professional reporting to a Head of HR out of country;
• Developed professional maturity and approach;
• Solid technical human resources knowledge in a variety of functional areas (talent development and management, succession planning, employee engagement, employee relations, talent acquisition, policies and procedures development, compliance);
• In depth knowledge of all applicable Canadian and US legislation and rules
• Ability to prioritize, efficiently manage time, work independently, as well as in a team;
• Detail oriented and strong analytical skills;
• Excellent judgement, diplomacy, discretion and initiative; ability to work independently;
• Superior communication skills (both written and oral);
• Must possess a willingness to be flexible and provide a very high level of quality customer service both internally and externally in a positive and professional manner;
• Strong Leadership and coaching skills;
• Superior written and verbal communications skills;
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment;
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills be professional and maintain confidentiality
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular Word, Excel and Power Point;
• Experience with Avanti and JDE would be an asset.

If this sounds like you, please send a resume, project list, and an introduction on why you’re a great fit for this role to: sebastian@pavrorecruiting.com

PAVRO Recruitment is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.