The People & Culture Business Partner advises leaders and employees on employee relations and recruitment within assigned client groups, while contributing to talent management, business change and organizational initiatives across Eckler. As a trusted partner, the role develops practical solutions that strengthen the employee experience, organizational capability and business performance. It is suited to a collaborative and curious HR professional who wants to broaden their experience in talent and change initiatives.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Build trusted relationships with leaders and employees and understand business priorities, talent needs and emerging people risks.
- Advise and coach People Managers on complex employee relations and performance matters, workplace accommodations, policy interpretation, and effective, consistent and compliant people decisions.
- Manage recruitment and onboarding, including role intake, candidate assessment, selection and offer support.
- Partner with leaders on talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, performance, succession and career development.
- Identify capability needs, connect leaders and employees with appropriate development support, and reinforce change through communication, coaching and follow-up.
- Use workforce insights, employee feedback and engagement results to develop practical initiatives that attract, retain and engage talent across the organization.
- Lead initiatives that advance Eckler’s inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) strategy across the organization.
- Improve People & Culture programs, processes and technology-enabled solutions to strengthen service delivery, employee experience and business outcomes, including artificial intelligence (AI).

What you offer:

- Post-secondary education in human resources, business, organizational development or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Five or more years of progressive Human Resources or People & Culture experience in a generalist or business partner role.
- Experience advising leaders on employee relations,



performance management and complex people matters.
- Experience applying employment standards, human rights and related workplace legislation across multiple Canadian provinces.
- Experience supporting talent management, recruitment, organizational change, employee engagement and process improvement.
- Experience using HR systems, workforce data and digital tools to support informed decision-making; Workday or another integrated HCM platform is an asset.
- Experience using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to streamline processes, improve service delivery and enhance the employee experience.
- Experience in professional services or supporting IDEA initiatives is an asset.
- French and English language capability is preferred.
- CHRP, CHRL or CRHA designation, or progress toward a designation, is preferred; change management training or certification is an asset.

Key competencies:

- Builds trusted relationships and establishes credibility with leaders, employees and cross-functional partners.
- Exercises sound judgment and discretion, maintains confidentiality, and navigates complex and sensitive people matters with professionalism and care.
- Applies practical problem-solving skills and a strong working knowledge of applicable Canadian employment, human rights, privacy and accessibility requirements.
- Coaches and influences leaders through employee, talent and organizational challenges.
- Approaches change in a practical and inclusive way that builds engagement and capability.
- Communicates clearly, manages competing priorities and collaborates effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Partners with leaders to develop creative solutions, using technology and workforce insights to attract, retain and engage talent.

What we offer:





- Team-oriented and engaging atmosphere
- Variety in work and ability to evolve and grow your career
- Working with colleagues across Canada and across multiple practice areas
- Opportunities to help build and evolve our practice
- An entrepreneurial, collegial work environment
- Hybrid work style and dress for your day approach

Who we are:

At Eckler, we are driven by our purpose to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. It’s just one of the reasons Eckler has been recognized multiple times as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures. Our origins go back to 1927, making us one of Canada’s first actuarial practices.

Based in Canada and the Caribbean, we’re a team of committed and highly skilled professionals consulting in the areas of pension, retirement, financial wellness, investment, group benefits, insurance, change management and communication and technology. Owned and operated by its active Principals, the company has earned a reputation for service continuity and high professional standards. Eckler is a founding member of Abelica Global – an international alliance of independent actuarial and consulting firms operating in over 20 countries.

At Eckler, we value diversity of all types. Our organization is made up of smart, collaborative, and thoughtful people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace and encourage all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [email protected].

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the recruitment process to screen or assess applications. All evaluations involving AI are reviewed by in-house recruiters prior to making any final decisions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the shortlist will be contacted.

www.eckler.ca

📌 People & Culture Business Partner (12-Month Contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Eckler Ltd. / Eckler ltée
📍 Toronto