Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Head Office in Calgary Hybrid – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in office, Mondays and Fridays working from home.

Are you passionate about driving HR initiatives that support organizational success?
Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Summary:

H&R Block Canada, the leader in the tax preparation industry in Canada for 60 years, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team.

As a Senior HR Business Partner, reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for a variety of key HR functions. These will include developing content for leadership training and development; managing the full life cycle recruitment process for our corporate office and field leadership roles; overseeing onboarding and offboarding processes; and administering HR systems.

You will also play a key role in championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, managing employee relations, and conducting workplace investigations. There will be the opportunity to contribute to the development of HR policy content and standard operating procedures, ensuring understanding and company-wide compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Full life cycle recruitment, onboarding and offboarding for all corporate and Field Leadership roles.
• Oversight and administration of all HRIS systems (i.e., SharePoint & Teamo).
• Manage and oversee our annual Associate Engagement survey, providing valuable insights and trend analysis and reporting.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring thorough and unbiased workplace investigations, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Collaborate closely with People Leaders and Associates to provide coaching on performance management, career growth, succession planning, and support in resolving workplace issues.
• Review and develop required HR policies annually, providing guidance and interpretation to ensure compliance with employment standards regulations.
• Well versed on provincial employment legislations, ensuring understanding and adherence across the organization.
• Serving as a backup to our Health & Safety program acting as a co-chair H&S committee member, fire warden and solid understanding of H&S procedures and legislation.

Education and Experience:

Degree in Human Resources or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience as an HR generalist.

Skills and Attributes:

•    Excellent English verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in French is a definite asset.
•    Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR strategies with business goals.
•    In-depth knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment standards across Canada.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
•    Change management skills to support organizational transitions.
•    Proven collaboration and relationship-building skills.
•    Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
•    Strong business acumen.
•    Adaptability and flexibility.
•    Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity.

If you are a passionate and experienced HR professional who is ready to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our organization while nurturing a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Please send your resume to employment.opportunities@hrblock.ca, and include the position title – Senior HRBP - in the subject line.

We encourage all interested individuals to apply. Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer. Proof of legal authorization to work in Canada will be required as part of the recruitment process. 

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

H&R Block fosters a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.