Careersopportunity

People and Learning Business Partner

Ottawa (CAN)

Business Context

RealDecoy is a professional services company focused on transforming information into meaningful experiences for our clients.  Our value is derived from remaining open and flexible with an emphasis on personal client engagement. We tailor every aspect of our work to each client since every client has a unique business need.  As a result, RealDecoy has been rewarded with long lasting client relationships, referrals and additional engagements.

This approach is also reflected in our employees and company culture. At RealDecoy, we are more than the sum of our parts, and we embrace the best ideas in the room by respecting that everyone has a voice. We are comprised of an interconnected group of individuals who learn and collaborate together. RealDecoy formally recognizes and encourages a cultural environment that fosters personal growth and knowledge. We embrace ideas and provide thought leadership in everything we do which is then reflected in the work we deliver to our customers.

So, what do you think? Do you sound like a RealDecoy employee?

Your Challenge

As the People and Learning Business Partner, reporting to the Director of People and Learning, you will be responsible for a range of duties which will enable the People and Learning department to deliver best practices and Human Resource (HR) solutions that support the business in conjunction with specialist HR functions. You will work closely with executives and management as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor on all people management, human resources, and organizational performance issues and opportunities. The People and Learning Business Partner will be expected to maximize the effectiveness of RealDecoy's processes, and ultimately our staff, by fostering a culture of engagement. Some of your job duties will include, but not be limited to:

  • Support and provide consultation to leadership in the delivery of key, best practice global & local HR programs and processes (talent acquisition, career development, performance management, leadership and talent development, succession planning, engagement strategies, compensation planning, health and safety requirements, organization development & design).

  • Developing and implementing compensation programs/decisions that align with our business strategy.

  • Recruiting and retaining employees with appropriate skill sets to promote the performance and success of RealDecoy.

  • Ensure employment practices are in compliance with corporate/legal standards in our multi-country environment.

  • Determining the HR implications of the strategic and business plans while assessing the needs of the organization along with the inherent risks.

  • Developing proposals, determining project plans, managing client expectations, developing appropriate interventions and resourcing plans, and ensuring their implementation.

  • Conduct Human Resources audits as required

  • Maintaining a coaching culture

We have a dynamic multi-project environment and you will be liaising with the executive team, people managers, and/or with employees directly as part of the process for many of the responsibilities listed above. This will require you to empathize and work with a wide range of technical and project people within our professional services environment. The desire to provide excellent service and the need to work with people within our coaching culture will be a key reason for your wanting to join our company. We have a highly collaborative environment, and we work together for the greater good of the company.

RealDecoy provides a very dynamic work environment, the pace can be fast and projects can bring all sorts of novel challenges. You will have demonstrated that you can thrive in this type of environment by thinking clearly and holistically under pressure, and that you can maintain a positive 'can-do' attitude working as a part of a team to achieve great things.

People and Learning Culture

We have a very strong People and Learning culture built on the belief that our collective knowledge is our most valuable asset and that our people are key to making best use of this knowledge. As a vital part of our culture, you will:

  • Be proactive in becoming part of the team.

  • Be a champion of collaborative working.

  • Understand how your role is important to the success of the company as a whole and ensure that you have all you need to succeed.

  • Embrace our learning culture; ask others so that you can learn from them, share what you know, and encourage others to ask you so that they can learn.

  • Contribute to the creation of an outstanding organization that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, and high performance through your active participation in discussion and idea generation.

As the Ideal Candidate, You Will Have:

  • A university degree or college diploma, preferably in business specializing in human resources, or equivalent experience required.

  • A CHRP or other Human Resources designation is an asset.

  • Five to seven years of experience as a human resources generalist/specialist. Must also possess demonstrated track record of strong organization development/effectiveness skills.

  • Understanding and practical knowledge of change management and effective methodologies.

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

  • Proven organization and time management skills.

  • Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence without authority.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong relationships and integrate across a variety of stakeholder types.

  • Excellent computer skills.

  • Commitment to workplace compliance and ISO standards.

  • Conviction to improve personally and support continuous improvement.

  • High level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic.

  • Ability to self-start and work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to excel in a continuous improvement environment - helping to proactively discover potential problems and develop sustainable and appropriate solutions.

  • Ability to comfortably present findings and solutions to senior management and company stakeholders.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

It Would be Great if You Also Have:

  • Technology curiosity to understand the business that we're in AND to support the implementation of an HRMS.

  • An understanding of total rewards concepts.

  • Experience using an applicant tracking system.

  • An interest to develop advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables)

Benefits Include:

  • Health, Dental, and Insurance plans

  • ISP allowance

  • Personal education and learning budget

Application

If, after reading the above, you feel inspired and believe that you can make a significant contribution to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application by clicking the APPLY button below (No telephone calls please). Use the E-mail subject heading People and Learning Business Partner- Your Name

Your application must include:

  1. A full chronological resume (no functional resumes please)
  2. An "epic cover letter" (2 pages maximum) which addresses:
    • How you will personally contribute to our People and Learning Culture (defined above)
    • Why you believe you may be the ideal candidate for this position & RealDecoy

We will confirm receipt of all applications; however, we will only contact those people that we select for an interview. Thank you for considering a career with RealDecoy.


Apply Now