Leon’s is currently looking for a HRBP Team Lead ON to join our Learning Center/HR Team.

About Us:

Leon’s Furniture has locations from coast to coast, is Canadian owned, and has a rich history spanning over 110 years. Today, as in the past, Canadians have turned to us to provide their home furnishing needs, and we’re proud to be expanding our sales teams in every location to meet this challenge.

Many of our most successful associates joined Leon’s in entry level positions and with hard work, determination and desire they were able to achieve a level of success beyond their imaginations. These success stories are our greatest achievement. Let our story be your story. Whatever the position, Leon’s can open the door to a bright and exciting future for you. You bring the can-do attitude, and we will provide the tools for your success. Join us today

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including conducting intake meetings with hiring managers, posting roles in ADP (ATS) and external platforms (Indeed, Talent.com, LinkedIn Recruiter), screening applicants, interviewing candidates, and recommending finalists to hiring leaders.
- Lead and manage the co-op/internship program, including recruiting students for work-integrated learning placements and maintaining strong relationships with Ontario-based universities and colleges.
- Create and manage online recruitment campaigns, including determining campaign length, budget, and spending limits.
- Collaborate with store managers to develop job fair advertisements and promote online job fairs.
- Coordinate background checks, security verifications,



and offer letter preparation.
- Conduct new hire orientations and ensure current employees receive necessary tools, resources, and system access.

Workforce Planning & Organizational Management

- Partner with business leaders to assess workforce needs, forecast headcount, and support strategic organizational planning.
- Ensure Leon’s organizational chart is continuously updated and accurately reflects current structure, reporting lines, and headcount.
- Maintain up-to-date, professionally drafted job descriptions for all home office and store positions.

Performance Management & Coaching

- Provide guidance to managers on employee performance, progressive discipline, development planning, and effective leadership practices.
- Support the execution of performance management cycles and ensure consistent application of company policies.
- Assist in succession planning and identifying high-potential employees.

Employee Mobility, Immigration & Lifecycle Support

- Advise leaders on employee promotions, transfers, and terminations in compliance with legislation and internal policy.
- Serve as the primary HR contact for employees requiring immigration support including OINP, LMIA, and other programs.

Training, Learning & Compliance Management





- Set up new hires in the Leon’s Learning Center and assign required training modules.
- Monitor and analyze training completion data; prepare monthly reports for leaders to ensure compliance.
- Partner with the Learning & Development Manager on HR program design, rollout, and improvement.

Employee Relations & Investigations

- Serve as the main HR contact for store and home office employees on employee relations matters.
- Conduct workplace investigations and provide recommendations for resolution.
- Support a positive, fair, and inclusive workplace culture.

Disability Management & Accommodations

- Manage STD, LTD, WSIB, and accommodation cases in partnership with Benefits and managers.
- Ensure all cases comply with employment standards and human rights legislation.

Health & Safety Leadership

- Serve as the Worker Co-Chair of the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
- Participate in inspections, meetings, and incident reviews, ensuring timely corrective actions.

Employee Communication & Engagement

- Create monthly Leon’s TV communication videos highlighting events, achievements, and updates to keep employees informed and engaged.
- Support broader engagement and culture initiatives across teams.
- collaborating with a third-party editor to ensure high-quality production and alignment with the overall communication strategy.

Policy Governance & Legislative Compliance

- Ensure HR policies are regularly reviewed and updated to align with evolving provincial and federal employment legislation.
- Communication policy changes effectively across the organization.
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📌 HR Business Partner (Toronto)
🏢 Leon's Furniture
📍 Toronto