HR Business Partner - Canada (15 Month Contract)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​

OVERVIEW

Ready for an exciting HR experience on a team with a phenomenal culture? We are seeking a talented Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team for a 15-month contract to cover an upcoming maternity leave on the team.

At General Mills, the HRBP is a strategic business partner, adding value through exceptional HR practices that enable our company to win and our employees to maximize their full potential. We drive winning results for the organization through building competitively superior talent, agile organizations, world class capabilities that unleash performance, and a distinctive and undeniable culture worldwide. The HRBP role partners with leaders across all functions (Marketing, Sales, Finance, Insights) to deliver initiatives focused on career development, performance management and workforce planning. Additionally, the HRBP will assume responsibility for specific practice areas or projects within the HR team such as diversity & inclusion, culture and employee engagement.

We are together in person in the office Monday to Thursday (4 days in office) to foster collaboration and results, while offering the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Partner with senior leaders to translate current and future business needs into integrated HR plans (talent, organization/capabilities, culture, change management, retention)
• Act as a trusted advisor by coaching leaders with confidence and credibility
• Be a thought leader by understanding industry best practices, embracing and leading change, challenging the status quo, and providing innovative HR solutions
• Work with all levels of people leaders to brainstorm and plan for effective and proactive workforce planning strategies that facilitate individual development, performance management and succession planning
• Lead initiatives around annual HR processes including year-end performance reviews, mid- year reviews, Individual Development Planning and Succession Planning
• Be a “culture ambassador” – through talent development and high employee engagement by connecting with employees and leaders regularly across different forums
• Leverage internal talent tools and resources to build manager capability in talent assessment, selection, development, coaching and feedback
• Close collaboration with our COE partners remotely (i.e., Talent, Organizational Effectiveness, Learning and Development, Employee Relations, Recruitment and HR Operations)
• Day to day support as needed to HR Canada Leader
• Other miscellaneous projects and duties as assigned (Canada Joint Health and Safety Committee, Leading our Belonging Council with HR leader, other projects across North America as required)

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Undergraduate degree; completion of HR certificate program preferred
• Completion of or currently working towards HR Certification (CHRP or CHRL)
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a similar HRBP role managing multiple client groups in a corporate environment
• Demonstrated business partnering HR experience with expertise in organizational effectiveness talent management and coaching
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Strong relationship building and coaching skills
• Track record of coaching, conflict management and influence up, down, and across the organization
• Strong collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong communication skills, organizational and consulting skills.
• Knowledgeable on Canadian employment law and current HR trends

Additional Considerations: Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis.  General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas. 

Salary range: $90,000-$120,000 annually based on experience.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.