AddressLogistics:
Job Title:
Human Resources Business Partner
Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Human Resources
Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Hybrid
Type of Employment:
(1) Regular, Full-Time (1) Maternity Leave Coverage
Closing Date:
February 9th, 2024
Reference Number:
2024-2488
The Opportunity:
Note: We have two positions (1) Regular, Full Time and (1) Maternity Leave Coverage with an expected end date of May 2025.
We are currently looking for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Corporate Human Resources team. Reporting to the Manager, Client Services, you will work closely with employees, leaders and the union in their business area to deliver value-added services aligned with business objectives and priorities by assessing, analyzing and anticipating HR-related needs while seeking to develop creative solutions. Furthermore, the HRBP will work collaboratively with HR team members to deliver core HR programs and help deliver on business transformation. Key elements of this role include::
As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will:
Demonstrate a customer focused mindset.
Build strong relationships with leaders and employees, working collaboratively to understand and support their business and priorities.
Coach leaders to develop succession plans, upskill, and performance manage their teams.
Provide HR policy, legislation and collective agreement guidance and interpretation.
Assist with employee issues and provide investigation assistance as required.
Analyze metrics to determine trends for action.
Lead the planning, delivery, and facilitation of HR initiatives with your assigned client groups. These skills will make you successful::
You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources Management, or other related fields.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in a HR generalist, specialist role or recruitment role; experience working within a unionized environment would be an asset.
CPHR certification and/or Change Management certification would be an asset.
Experience in guiding work groups through organizational change.
Able to facilitate training or meetings as required.
Strong ability to communicate and influence at all levels of the organization.
Ability to build partnerships with business leaders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to develop, recommend and implement innovative solutions.
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, focusing on collaboration and ‘win-win’ outcomes.
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential issues.
We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying. Learn more about our culture and values:
At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.
If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by February 9th, 2024, and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer::
Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:
As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation. Recruitment & Promotion Policy:
The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support theEmera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.
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