Senior Human Resources Business Partner

About This Role

Passionate about your field? Looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? Want to join a world‑class company and industry leader with projects to which you would be proud to contribute? Then CAE is the right employer for you! Come share your passion with us!

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) position is responsible for aligning the company's objectives with those of employees and management in the designated location(s) and or business unit(s) he/she will support.

The incumbent is responsible for strategic partnerships in the business units that he/she supports and for providing operational advice and support. The incumbent oversees the delivery of HR services such as talent management, performance management, engagement, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and change management locally and for the groups supported. In addition, the Sr. HRBP will collaborate with cross-functional teams regarding projects, initiatives, and HR best practices.

Your Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with leaders by focusing on management and leadership practices to better support employees and enable the achievement of company goals.
• Participate in the implementation of HR action plans, programs and projects to support the Business Units (BU) strategic objectives.
• Act as an expert by providing coaching and recommendations to leaders on a variety of HR topics to optimize employee engagement, retention, team development and organizational effectiveness.
• Assess impacts, develop change management strategies, and support leaders with the implementation and communication of these plans over the various partners within CAE.
• Support management teams regarding HR programs, policies and procedures, compensation, training, employee relations, performance management and succession planning to ensure continuous improvement.
• Participate in the transformation of the organization within the scope of various continuous improvement projects.
• Roll out various corporate programs and initiatives within client groups.
• Support leaders through critical HR operational cycle such as talent reviews, salary planning and performance management.
• Manage employee’s relations issues, ensuring early and appropriate solutions.
• Be the first point of contact for employees, leaders by providing ongoing HR support.
• Collaborate and maintain productive and courteous relationship with global internal stakeholders in a matrix environment.
• Lead and participate in HR initiatives/projects.
• Act as a coach for more junior HRBPs, be a sounding board for Human Resources Center of Excellence’s colleagues.

The ideal candidate has the following profile

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or business, certification from a recognized Human Resources professional association would be an asset.
• At least eight (8) years of experience as a Human resource business partner role, preferably in a global or international multi-sites organization.
• Strategic-thinking, able to identify solutions and associated impacts across the organization.
• Must have experience developing and implementing a change management plan to support cultural transformation.
• Related experience using common HRIS and reporting tools, MS suite applications.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks, while staying focused on deliverables and strategic priorities.
• Professionalism and strong work ethics.
• Proven leadership and team building skills, with the ability to persuade and influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written) to appropriately manage all interactions and relationships.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.