Contract HR Business Partner - Canada

Beacon Hill has partnered with a technology company in downtown Chicago in hiring a contract Human Resources Business Partner to start immediately. This is a 6 month contract role to support the business as they expand in Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary HR partner to business leaders and employees across assigned client groups
• Advise leaders on employee relations matters including performance management, disciplinary actions, terminations, accommodations, and workplace conflicts
• Lead and conduct employee relations investigations, including complaints related to harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and policy violations
• Manage end-to-end investigation processes, including intake, interviews, documentation, findings, and recommendations
• Ensure investigations are conducted in a fair, consistent, confidential, and legally compliant manner
• Interpret and apply Canadian employment legislation, including provincial employment standards, human rights codes, occupational health and safety laws, and privacy regulations
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation and best practices related to employee relations and employment law
• Draft investigation summaries, findings reports, and recommendations for leadership and legal review
• Partner with Legal and external counsel as needed on complex employee relations matters
• Support organizational change initiatives from an employee relations and compliance perspective
• Advise on workplace accommodations, leaves of absence, and return-to-work processes
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices align with Canadian employment law and company standards
• Contribute to the development and delivery of manager training related to employee relations, investigations, and compliance
• Analyze employee relations trends and recommend proactive solutions to improve workplace culture and reduce risk
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in HR systems and case management tools
• Act as a trusted advisor while balancing employee advocacy with business needs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations
• Hands-on experience conducting workplace investigations in Canada
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian employment law, including federal and provincial legislation
• Experience supporting multiple provinces preferred
• Exceptional interviewing, documentation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence and advise leaders at all levels of the organization
• Experience partnering with Legal on employment-related matters
• CHRP or CHRL designation preferred

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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