HR Business Partner

Location: Toronto, Hybrid with 2-3 days in office

Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (12 months)

We’re partnering with a leading Fintech company to hire an experienced HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support their high-performing Engineering organization. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity where you’ll serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior leadership and help scale people operations in alignment with an award-winning company culture.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, brings a “no-job-too-small” mindset, and is eager to make an immediate impact on talent strategy, organizational design, and leadership development.

What You’ll Do

• Partner closely with Engineering and technical leadership to align people initiatives with business objectives and company values.
• Support the delivery and execution of core HR programs such as performance management, employee engagement, talent planning, and total rewards.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, local employment practices (specifically in Canada), and regional implementation of global HR strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Learning & Development teams to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Shape and drive strategic HR initiatives including development weeks, leadership training, internal mobility, and organizational design.
• Use people analytics and data-driven insights to inform leadership decisions and monitor the health of the organization.
• Lead or contribute to HR and business transformation projects, including change management and organizational effectiveness.
• Serve as a cultural ambassador—driving engagement, inclusion, and a sense of belonging within a fast-paced, distributed team.
  
  

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in HR business partnering, with strong knowledge of Canadian labor law and employee relations practices.
• Previous experience supporting Engineering or Product teams within a fast-paced tech or fintech environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach leaders at all levels while building high-trust relationships across an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing multiple projects across global teams.
• A proactive mindset, with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and business needs.
• Experience supporting change management, M&A/integration work, or hypergrowth environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication, listening, and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for building inclusive, people-first cultures and enabling others to thrive.
  
  

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys being a builder and thrives in fast-moving, collaborative environments. If you're passionate about people, culture, and helping leaders grow—this could be your next big move.