Job Description

HR Business Partner (Employee Relations Specialist) Alcool NB Liquor ANBL is seeking an HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support our retail locations and/or departments at ANBL’s Retail Operations Centre in New Brunswick. Reporting to the Manager, HR Operations, the HRBP a dedicated contact for certain partner groups within the organization, advising on performance management, making sure people feel heard, and taking action with what they’ve learned. The HRBP acts as the bridge between teams, their people, and leadership, ensuring an engaged, productive, and efficient workforce. As a strategic partner to the business, the HRBP helps to balance risk while considering employee, store, and business perspectives. They have a constant pulse on their partner groups and provide critical updates and recommendations to their HR colleagues about vacancies, training programs, and health & safety. What will you be doing? The HRBP works closely with colleagues in HR to implement and enhance the HR vision and agenda for their partner groups. On a daily basis, they are ensuring process and policy compliance, and communicating employee relations strategies for bargaining and non-bargaining team members. They also help team leads and managers get more comfortable and confident in their roles and work closely with leadership to foster a culture of engagement. Further responsibilities include: Research, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues. Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals, as well as policies, employment issues, and workplace challenges. Develop, implement, and analyze programs to increase retention, satisfaction, and engagement. Support performance, attendance, and disability management programs. Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development. Participate in the continual development of HR programs, such as recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, and Learning & Development. Analyze and interpret various types of employee reports (e.g., engagement, job levels, and attrition), policies, By-Laws, and legislation to guide decision making and provide proactive solutions to their partner group. What do you need to be successful? Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, or similar 4+ years progressive experience in a Human Resources function as a Generalist or Labour Relations Specialist Experience working in a unionized environment. Advanced Microsoft Office skills Strong problem solving, change management, and project management skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent listening, collaboration, and decision-making skills. Ability to quickly build rapport and demonstrate empathy. Sound judgement with a high degree of confidentiality. It would be fantastic if you also had: Experience working in or supporting a retail environment. CPHR designation (or working towards designation) Experience working with data analytics. Language competencies Strong communication skills in both official languages (comprehension, spoken, and written) is an asset. Location The successful candidate must be based in New Brunswick, remote work is possible. The successful candidate must be able to travel occasionally throughout New Brunswick Note Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered. What's in it for you? Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) operates under 5 Core Values: WOW your customers, Be mindful, Dare to do better, Celebrate success and last but not least, Have fun. Being part of the ANBL team means being part of an organization that values its employees. In addition to offering a market competitive salary, we ensure that our employees can enjoy Work-Life Balance, Professional & Personal Growth, and Service Opportunities. Work-Life Balance: ANBL offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and a generous pension plan. Employees also have access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy, and opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements. Professional & Personal Growth: ANBL offers many types of internal and external activities to support your development needs, including a variety of online courses for professional development. Service: ANBL values your contribution to your community; offering a paid volunteer day each year and many opportunities to contribute to your community throughout the year. How do I join the ANBL Team? Share your resume with us through our online application system at www.anbl.com/careers. All applications should be received no later than January 16, 2024 We thank all those who apply, but only those under consideration will be contacted. For more information about ANBL, please visit www.anbl.com.