Business Partner, Human Resources

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type

Regular

Are you looking for an HR role with a concrete human impact? Join a team of passionate individuals determined to make a difference in people's lives on a daily basis.

As a pillar of our HR team, you will play a crucial role in the evolution of our talent strategies, particularly for our various regional radio stations. As a strategic partner of employees and managers, your daily tasks will consist of creating bridges between teams, harmonizing our strengths, and propelling collaboration. By becoming this indispensable strategic partner, you will actively contribute to shaping the future of our organization and nurturing our success.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with managers to understand business objectives, key projects, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's values, philosophy, and strategy, while providing proactive and strategic HR advice;
• Provide HR support for several regional radio stations, which involves frequent field trips, particularly at the beginning to fully immerse yourself in the teams and their reality;
• Work in partnership, support the execution and deployment of HR programs and processes, and participate in the guidance and orientation of initiatives such as performance management, talent development, compensation, employee engagement, and talent acquisition;
• Advise and support managers in various aspects related to human resources management such as team development, conflict management, and disciplinary matters;
• Coordinate and lead all disciplinary processes when required. Advise managers on the appropriate strategies for addressing issues;
• Support managers in ensuring compliance with the terms of the collective agreement;
• Act as a resource person to guide executives and employees regarding HR policies, programs, and processes;
• Implement HR policies and procedures consistently, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards;
• Drive recruitment and staffing processes for the positions in the served sectors;
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

What Makes You an Excellent Candidate

• Relevant education or experience in HR, management, or a related field (or an atypical background combined with field experience);
• Experience in supporting leaders on human issues: team development, mobilization, and organizational change;
• Concrete achievements in improving performance, retention, or culture, whether through HR programs, business decisions, or targeted interventions;
• Comfort in advising managers, with a good balance between strategic vision and concrete implementation;
• Experience in dynamic environments where priorities evolve rapidly, with the ability to adapt, solve problems, and propose pragmatic solutions.

Key Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience related to the responsibilities;
• Proven experience as an HR partner or in a similar position within a dynamic environment;
• In-depth knowledge of HR principles and practices, as well as Canadian labor legislation;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build strong relationships with diverse teams;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Availability and flexibility for frequent travel, essential for meeting regional teams;
• Experience within a unionized organization is an asset.
• Location
• Québec, QC
• Company
• Cogeco Media Inc

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com