Senior Human Relations Business Partner
About the role
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
The Senior Human Resources Business Partner provides end‑to‑end HR leadership to The Salvation Army's assigned corporate functions (e.g. IT, Finance, HR, Legal etc.) across its Territorial Headquarters. As a senior individual contributor, this role acts as a trusted advisor to executive and senior leaders, delivering strategic, hands‑on HR support in a complex, mission‑driven environment.
Supporting a diverse range of specialized corporate client groups, the Senior HRBP balances strategic influence with operational excellence, partnering closely with leaders to translate HR strategy into practical, values‑aligned people solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader who thrives in a player‑coach mindset without direct people leadership, brings sound judgement to complex situations, and is energized by meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
- Serve as a strategic HR business partner and change agent to senior leaders across corporate functions
- Build strong, trust‑based relationships with leaders, providing expert advice on people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning
- Translate and implement territorial HR strategies, policies, and programs to meet the unique needs of corporate client groups
Employee Relations
- Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, and terminations, using a structured and risk‑aware approach
- Assess and mitigate risk related to workplace relations, partnering with Legal, HR Centres of Excellence (COEs), and external agencies as required
- Provide guidance supporting consistent application of employment legislation
Organizational Effectiveness & Change
- Partner with leaders on organizational design, role clarity, team effectiveness, and change initiatives
- Coach leaders through transformation, ambiguity, and change, ensuring people impacts are thoughtfully managed
- Apply a systems‑thinking and continuous improvement mindset to enhance HR practices and the employee experience
Enterprise HR Programs
- Actively contribute to and support enterprise‑wide HR initiatives, including salary reviews, talent assessment, workforce planning, performance management, health & safety, training, and organizational change
- Ensure people practices align with mission, values, and compliance requirements, while meeting business and operational needs
Experience & Qualification Requirements
- University degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field, CHRL or CPHR designation required
- 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including senior‑level HRBP roles supporting complex client groups
- Demonstrated success advising and influencing senior and executive leaders in large, multi‑faceted organizations
- Strong, practical knowledge of HR practices across corporate/head office environments
- Proven experience managing high‑risk, complex employee relations issues with confidence and sound judgement
- Demonstrated commitment to The Salvation Army’s Mission and Core Values, with the ability to integrate mission into people‑related decisions
- High level of self‑awareness, integrity, and accountability; exercises discretion and sound judgement
- Trusted advisor with strong coaching, consulting, and relationship‑management skills
- Results‑oriented, organized, and comfortable operating autonomously as a senior individual contributor
- Systems thinker with a continuous improvement and change mindset, capable of supporting leaders and employees through transition
- Collaborative, inclusive, and resilient professional who models professionalism and respect.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $85,321.60 to $106,641.60 with a maximum of $127,982.40.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.caif you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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Senior Human Relations Business Partner
About the role
Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
The Senior Human Resources Business Partner provides end‑to‑end HR leadership to The Salvation Army's assigned corporate functions (e.g. IT, Finance, HR, Legal etc.) across its Territorial Headquarters. As a senior individual contributor, this role acts as a trusted advisor to executive and senior leaders, delivering strategic, hands‑on HR support in a complex, mission‑driven environment.
Supporting a diverse range of specialized corporate client groups, the Senior HRBP balances strategic influence with operational excellence, partnering closely with leaders to translate HR strategy into practical, values‑aligned people solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader who thrives in a player‑coach mindset without direct people leadership, brings sound judgement to complex situations, and is energized by meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
- Serve as a strategic HR business partner and change agent to senior leaders across corporate functions
- Build strong, trust‑based relationships with leaders, providing expert advice on people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning
- Translate and implement territorial HR strategies, policies, and programs to meet the unique needs of corporate client groups
Employee Relations
- Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, and terminations, using a structured and risk‑aware approach
- Assess and mitigate risk related to workplace relations, partnering with Legal, HR Centres of Excellence (COEs), and external agencies as required
- Provide guidance supporting consistent application of employment legislation
Organizational Effectiveness & Change
- Partner with leaders on organizational design, role clarity, team effectiveness, and change initiatives
- Coach leaders through transformation, ambiguity, and change, ensuring people impacts are thoughtfully managed
- Apply a systems‑thinking and continuous improvement mindset to enhance HR practices and the employee experience
Enterprise HR Programs
- Actively contribute to and support enterprise‑wide HR initiatives, including salary reviews, talent assessment, workforce planning, performance management, health & safety, training, and organizational change
- Ensure people practices align with mission, values, and compliance requirements, while meeting business and operational needs
Experience & Qualification Requirements
- University degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field, CHRL or CPHR designation required
- 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including senior‑level HRBP roles supporting complex client groups
- Demonstrated success advising and influencing senior and executive leaders in large, multi‑faceted organizations
- Strong, practical knowledge of HR practices across corporate/head office environments
- Proven experience managing high‑risk, complex employee relations issues with confidence and sound judgement
- Demonstrated commitment to The Salvation Army’s Mission and Core Values, with the ability to integrate mission into people‑related decisions
- High level of self‑awareness, integrity, and accountability; exercises discretion and sound judgement
- Trusted advisor with strong coaching, consulting, and relationship‑management skills
- Results‑oriented, organized, and comfortable operating autonomously as a senior individual contributor
- Systems thinker with a continuous improvement and change mindset, capable of supporting leaders and employees through transition
- Collaborative, inclusive, and resilient professional who models professionalism and respect.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $85,321.60 to $106,641.60 with a maximum of $127,982.40.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.caif you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Not the right fit? Search for Human Relations Business Partner jobs in Toronto, ON
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.