HR Business Partner

Canadian Tire Corporation is looking for an  HR Business Partner  to join their team in  Calgary, Alberta . This full-time role sits within the Retail HR function and is focused on delivering frontline  employee relations support  across a high-volume Corporate Retail Store population - a role where your people expertise directly shapes the day-to-day experience of employees and managers across the business.
This isn't a back-office generalist position. You'll be actively mediating workplace conflict, coaching District and Store Managers, and partnering with stakeholders to resolve complex people matters - all while bringing consistency, fairness, and an inclusive lens to every interaction. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-impact HR environments, this opportunity is worth a close look.

About the Role:

HR Business Partner  Reporting to the Manager, HRBP Retail, the  HR Business Partner  serves as a trusted frontline resource for both employees and leaders. The core of this role is providing  employee relations counsel  — handling everything from corrective action and performance management to non-medical accommodation requests and workplace inquiries. You'll bring a deep working knowledge of HR disciplines to situations that go beyond what self-service tools can address.
Collaboration is central to how this role operates. You'll work closely with  District Managers and Store Managers , helping them understand the implications of people-related decisions and guiding them toward outcomes that are equitable and legally sound. A strong grasp of the  Employment Standards Act  and the  Canada Labour Code  is essential, as is the ability to remain decisive and composed when navigating sensitive situations.
Benefits and Salary  Canadian Tire offers a  competitive salary  for this role. The typical hiring range is between  $64,000 and $106,000 CAD annually , with a target salary range of  $80,000 to $85,000 CAD annually , depending on experience, skills, and other factors. Employees also benefit from  store discounts , the  Canadian Tire Profit Sharing  program, retirement and savings programs, and access to the Triangle Learning Academy for supported professional development.

As part of the enhanced flex benefits program,  mental health benefits of $5,000 per year  are available for eligible employees and their families, along with total well-being tools and resources.
Responsibilities  As an  HR Business Partner  at Canadian Tire, your day-to-day work centres on resolving people-related matters with speed, consistency, and care. You'll act as a key advisor to retail leadership while ensuring employees receive fair, informed, and timely support on a wide range of HR issues.
Mediate  workplace conflicts between employees and leaders, working toward resolution and de-escalation in a timely manner
Coach and consult  District Managers and Store Managers on individual employee issues, corrective action, performance management, and terminations
Review and deliver outcomes  for non-medical accommodation requests in support of employee well-being
Leverage HR expertise  across disciplines including employee relations, performance management, and disability/leave management to provide specialized support
Identify options  for business leaders and help them understand the potential outcomes of people-related decisions
Support inquiries  that go beyond what Employee Self Service (ESS) or Manager Self Service (MSS) tools can resolve
Partner with stakeholders  across diverse employee populations to deliver consistent and inclusive outcomes
Requirements / Skills  The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in  human resources  and has worked in a high-volume environment where quick, sound judgment is non-negotiable. Canadian Tire values professionals who can build genuine trust with business leaders while holding firm on HR best practices and legal compliance.
Post-secondary education  in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
3-5 years of HR experience , with preference given to candidates with a background in employee relations
Strong knowledge  of the Employment Standards Act and Canada Labour Code
Experience in high-volume, high-impact  HR service delivery environments
Relationship-building skills  with a demonstrated ability to maintain strong partnerships with business leaders
Sound judgment and decisiveness  when analyzing complex workplace situations
Workplace investigation experience  and familiarity with Workday are…