HR Business Partner (Bilingual French/English)

at  BDS Connected Solutions LLC

At a Glance:
As a HR Business Partner (HRBP) at BDS, you will formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and team members that reflects the business objectives of the organization. In this role, you will focus on building, creating, and nurturing a credible business partnership while supporting the deployment of tools and programs to drive alignment, performance and capability.

Our ideal candidate:

• Highly tactical
• Self-motivated
• Thrives in a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrates a flexible and adaptable work style that responds quickly and efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Results-oriented contributor who sets the performance bar at the highest standard of excellence.
• Knowledge of HR regulations and policies in both US and Canada.

This is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position. This remote position has regular office hours (8am-5pm, M-F) and may be based in the US or Canda (AB, MB, QC, ON, or BC provinces). Applicants must be fluent in French & English (reading, writing, speaking).
Compensation:
$75,000-$80,000 annual salary
Overview:

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, related field or relevant work experience required.
• Minimum of 4 years working in Human Resources.
• Minimum of 2 years dealing with employee relations issues.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft 365, Office and HR related systems.
• Previous experience managing process, programs, and projects from initiation to completion.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, both orally and written.
• Strong judgment, agile thinker and creative problem solver.
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor under pressure of a fast-paced business environment and work effectively with leaders at all levels.
• Ability to maintain the upmost confidentiality and work with sensitive information and matters.
• Advanced knowledge in Employee Relations and Legal matters related to human resources and employee management, including workers’ compensation, FMLA/ADA, and federal and state employment laws as demonstrated by successfully handling sensitive employee relations issues

Physical Requirements - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk or stand
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation

Important Information:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Consults and guides with the business on execution of talent practices that focus on improving work relationships, facilitate conflict resolution, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Conducts regular, pro-active meetings with team leaders to develop, assess, and anticipate talent needs and to gain a deep understanding of business goals and strategy
• Advises and trains managers and supervisors in best employee relations practices and strategies for managing supervisor problems and employee complaints. Develops further training as needed.
• Ensures the uniform and equitable application of HR policies and procedures across the enterprise; assure governmental compliance including labor relations, EEOC and DOL. Consults with external employment law attorneys as needed/required.
• Act as a liaison between client groups and the HR Operations functions, when necessary, support various human resources operational functions, including benefits, compensation, compliance, legal, etc.
• Consult on the development of HR solutions relating to people practices, tactics and strategy that support that internal client group’s business needs.
• Analyzes and leverages metrics, trends and insights in partnership with the HR group and key stakeholders to develop solutions, programs, policies and practices. Bring solutions to continuously improve HR support to the business around efficiency, process and performance.
• Keeps pulse on progressive HR industry trends and thought leadership and participates in professional development sessions or seminars.
• Performs escalated employee relation investigations, including claims of sexual harassment, discrimination, and other claims against any protected category.
• Other tasks as requested by management.

Physical Requirements - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk or stand
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulatio