Human Resources Business Partner

About Us: SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything ElseTM. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views. 

The HR Business Partner acts as a strategic partner to business leaders and executives, helping to drive long-term organizational success by focusing on talent, engagement, change management, and compliance. This role is responsible for translating overall HR strategy into tangible results within the Global Operations pillar, ensuring people practices align with both business objectives and organizational values.

What You Will Do:

Strategic Partnership & Business Alignment:

• Act as a strategic partner to leaders on all HR activities to drive business success and advance organizational goals and values.

• Drive departmental outcomes that align with overall business objectives.

Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Provide expert advice on policy interpretation and application, resolving complex or contentious queries and issues.

• Coach leaders on complex employee relations challenges and lead formal internal investigations.

Talent & Performance Management:

• Identify requirements for and support the deployment of key HR frameworks and tools across areas like recruitment, compensation, benefits, and diversity.

• Support business units by understanding the talent mix and recommending effective performance management and development plans.

Change Management & Engagement:

• Advise managers on and coordinate engagement programs, proactively leading stakeholder engagement plans.

• Manage change initiatives by advising on stakeholder impacts and formulating appropriate workshops and communications to support change adoption.

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, CHRP or CHRL certification is an asset.

• A minimum of five (5) years of human resources partnership or advisory experience is required.

• Experience leading the resolution of complex employee relations cases.

• Strong knowledge of HR legislation and labour standards.

• Advanced knowledge of HR related practices, such as Talent Management, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, etc. 

• Fluency in French and English (verbal et written). French is required as it is the language in the Quebec province.

• Onsite presence based on business needs, at a minimum of three (3) days per week between Fulfillment Center & Headquarters.

What Sets You Apart:

• Strategic Influence & Critical Thinking: Ability to influence senior management decisions and use strong critical thinking to challenge the status quo.

• Relationship Building & Professionalism: Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to build relationships while maintaining high professionalism.

• Proactive Problem Solving: A demonstrated track record of proactive problem solving.

• Adaptability & Multi-tasking: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment dealing with change and shifting requirements, coupled with attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task.

• Confidentiality & Discretion: Utmost discretion in handling confidential information.

Perks And Benefits: 

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Generous Employee Discount. 
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender Affirmation Coverage. 
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology.

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!

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