Senior Human Resources Business Partner

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  • Richmond, BC
  • $102,000-140,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Our client, a major Canadian infrastructure organization, is seeking a seasoned Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support a complex, unionized organization undergoing significant transformation. This role requires deep labour relations expertise and the ability to navigate a multifaceted union environment with confidence and sound judgment. Success in this position hinges on being a highly consultative HR partner who can advise, influence, and collaborate effectively with senior and executive leaders to drive strategic people outcomes.Location: Richmond, BC
Expected Salary Range: $102,000 - 140,000 per year, commensurate with experience and skillset
Work Arrangement: Minimum 4 days onsiteResponsibilities:
  • Serve as a senior strategic advisor to leaders, offering expert guidance on workforce planning, labour relations, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Partner with business leaders to identify risks, opportunities, and priorities, translating them into aligned People Experience strategies.
  • Lead and advise on complex labour and employee relations matters, including collective agreement interpretation, investigations, disciplinary processes, and dispute resolution.
  • Coach and influence leaders to strengthen leadership capability, accountability, and team effectiveness, using data and insights to drive decisions.
  • Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise?wide HR programs, policies, and practices that support organizational culture and long?term workforce needs.
  • Collaborate to enhance programs such as performance management, succession planning, DEI initiatives, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
  • Act as a change and transformation partner, leading cross?functional initiatives that advance the organization's talent strategy and support ongoing evolution.
  • Support corporate and People Experience priorities through participation in cross?functional projects, engagement initiatives, and organizational listening efforts.
  • Analyze workforce and engagement data to identify trends, assess program impact, and provide actionable recommendations to leaders.
  • Strengthen the People Experience function by mentoring colleagues and offering informal leadership across the team.
Requirements:
  • At least 10 years of progressive HR experience at a senior level, including business partnering within a complex, fast?paced, unionized environment.
  • CPHR designation and a university degree in Human Resources, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in labour relations, including advising leaders, managing complex issues, and supporting modern, collaborative union partnerships.
  • Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of organizational operations, decision?making, and performance drivers.
  • Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, balancing strategic thinking with practical, results?oriented execution.
  • Exceptional communication and listening skills, with the confidence to influence, challenge, and facilitate discussions at all levels.
  • Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with experience leading conversations that drive clarity and alignment.
  • Advanced project management and change management capabilities, with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic, matrixed environment.
Individuals meeting the criteria above are encouraged to submit their resume by clicking on the "APPLY" button. McNeill Nakamoto is committed to recruiting with a focus on equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion; therefore, we strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only select individuals will be contacted for follow-up.WOW. FUN. PEOPLE.Learn more at

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