We are looking for a Bilingual Area Human Resources Business Partner to provide hands-on HR support across multiple retail locations in Québec.
This role will partner closely with Store and Area Managers to support employee relations, talent development, engagement, compliance, and overall business performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary HR partner for Store Managers, Assistant Store Managers, and Area Managers.
- Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, discipline, and terminations.
- Lead workplace investigations and ensure compliance with Québec and Canadian employment legislation.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, and HR training initiatives.
- Partner with leaders on workforce planning, engagement, retention, and performance.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
- Support health & safety initiatives and Joint Health and Safety Committees.
- Prepare regular HR reports and provide insights on workforce trends and challenges.
- Travel regularly to retail locations throughout the Greater Montreal area.
- Provide HR support to other regions as required.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field.
- 3+ years of HR experience, ideally within a retail or multi-site environment.
- Strong experience in employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
- Solid knowledge of Québec employment legislation and HR best practices.
- Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken.
- Strong communication, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, field-based environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to travel regularly between locations.
- Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Work Location: In person
