Human Resources Business Partner

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

Are you ready to take your HR career to the next level? Zurich Canada is seeking a Strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to play a pivotal role in aligning our HR strategies with business objectives. If you thrive on challenges, have a strong business acumen, and excel in talent management and consulting, we'd love to hear from you!

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, Zurich Canada, you will join a dynamic team of HR Business Partners committed to delivering impactful HR solutions. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and management teams, providing strategic insights and hands-on support in key areas such as talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

This is a hybrid work opportunity.

What you will do

• Consult with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that drive business performance and align with Zurich Canada's overall objectives.
• Provide expert guidance and support on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management.
• Leverage data insights to proactively identify the most pressing talent opportunities and challenges throughout the business unit or function and collaborate with leaders to design effective strategies.
• In collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team, drive talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, recruitment, and selection processes.
• Develop and implement strategies for talent development in partnership with the talent COE, including training, coaching, and career development programs.
• Support succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Facilitate the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback.
• Provide coaching and support to managers in addressing performance issues and developing performance improvement plans.
• Identify opportunities for organizational improvement and implement change management initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of employee engagement and retention strategies.
• Prepare and present reports on HR activities and initiatives to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, and company policies and procedures.

What you bring to the table

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's Degree and 6 or more years of experience in Human Resources

OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 10 or more years of experience in Human Resources

Skills and Qualifications:

• Sound business acumen that includes general operational processes, financial management and business planning knowledge
• Facilitation skills and organizational team diagnosis and development
• Strong capability to partner and build credibility with management
• Advanced HR Data analysis skills: ability to analyze, interpret and communicate data insights to drive talent initiatives
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR-related software
• CHRP or CHRL in Progress (an asset)
• Bilingualism (an asset)

Our Culture

At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.

We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.

We care about our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.

We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.

We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.

We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada's 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

About Us

Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals' first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at www.zurichcanada.com.