Senior HR Partner Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,HR/Recruitment

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2

SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our .

About Human Resources

The HR Strategic Partnerships & Labour Relations unit is a team of human resources experts and innovators who contribute to the achievement of Toronto Metropolitan University's strategic priorities. We partner with our clients to create and deliver outstanding practical and strategic human resource solutions, programs and services that enhance workplace culture, engagement and inclusion. We have embarked on a journey to reimagine HR, as well as modernize and enhance the employee experience.

The Opportunity

Are you looking to be a part of a #bold HR Partnership team? Are you a dedicated HR professional who is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion? If so, we have just the right opportunity for you.

The Senior Human Resources Partner is a goal oriented, collaborative, trusted professional who provides strategic HR support to leaders to further TMU’s academic mission and organizational goals.

As the successful candidate, you will apply an intersectional and inclusive approach to supporting leaders, by:

Acting as the strategic partner for senior leaders within faculties/departments, and maintaining overall partnership with the client. Provide strategic HR advice that is focused on long term client-driven solutions.

Supporting the Human Resources Partner, where appropriate, with Human Resources and Labour Relations matters for assigned client groups

Building strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including leaders and union representatives in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment with multiple competing interests.

Developing a deep understanding of client operations to effectively influence decision making as it pertains to HR matters including workforce planning, change management and organizational design.

Monitoring trends and diagnosing issues and developing early resolution solutions and strategies to resolve identified and anticipated HR issues and providing proactive and strategic HR solutions.

Handling highly sensitive and confidential employee/labour relations issues arising within a designated client group, including conflict resolution, workplace investigations, grievances, arbitrations, workplace conflict, discipline and performance matters.

Driving the implementation of HR wide processes, policies, and initiatives by working collaboratively with HR colleagues to continuously improve HR service delivery, by generating insights on…