Human Resources Business Partner - Alberta

Sienna Senior Living (TSX: SIA) is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of 81 seniors' living residences, proudly managing 12 additional residences for third parties. With our offerings across Aspira Retirement and Long-Term Communities, we provide care, support, services, and housing to seniors and their families. At Sienna, we empower over 12,000 team members across Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Alberta to help residents live the life they desire and deserve. Our purpose is simple; to cultivate happiness in daily life!

As we continue our journey of growth and expansion, Sienna Senior Living is thrilled to announce our upcoming acquisition of four new homes in Alberta, bringing our commitment to senior care to even more communities. This expansion marks an exciting new chapter, and we are looking for passionate leaders to join us on this journey. The Human Resources Business Partner will play a pivotal part in our Alberta growth strategy, helping to shape and enhance the care experience for our residents and supporting our dedicated teams on the ground. If you are ready to be part of a transformative period in senior living, join Sienna in making a meaningful difference across Alberta.

As a key member of the Sienna Human Resource team, the Human Resources Business Partner will play a key role in supporting our Alberta expansion by delivering HR guidance and solutions tailored to our senior living homes.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Director, HR Business Partners, the successful candidate will be required to visit communities on a weekly basis with the flexibility to work from home two (2) days a week:

1. Partner with the business to provide excellent HR support on recruitment, retention, team member relations, policy interpretation, employment laws, and Health and Safety practices.
2. Support leaders with performance management and compensation, including planning and offering guidance on feedback.
3. Work with leaders to offer daily guidance on performance, including coaching, managing performance issues, delivering feedback, and championing career development.
4. Provide strategic support by developing a talent management plan that enhances engagement, succession planning, and team member development.
5. Communicate effectively to support change management, helping leaders and team members understand and navigate organizational changes.

What you need to know:

1. At least 7 years of HR consulting experience; HR designation preferred.
2. Proven ability to partner with senior leaders to develop and implement people strategies that drive business results.
3. Strong relationship management skills across all levels.
4. Experience in resolving complex HR issues.
5. Knowledge of Canadian employment law and practices, with the ability to proactively apply this in client consultations.
6. Skilled in consulting on policies, processes, and identifying trends and solutions.
7. Ability to anticipate and drive necessary changes alongside business leaders.
8. Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and initiative with confidential matters.
9. Successful completion of a Criminal Check is required.
10. A reliable vehicle and valid GDL license are required, as travel is essential for this role.

What Sienna Offers:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer several programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

1. A competitive salary and vacation package
2. Health & Dental benefits program
3. RRSP with employer match
4. Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
5. Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
6. Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
7. A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process.