Area HR Business Partner (HRBP) - Ontario

Uniqlo Canada • Toronto, ON

16d • $95,000 - $112,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As an Area HR Business Partner (HRBP) - Ontario, you will play a pivotal role in supporting store managers and sales floor teams, ensuring that our workforce remains engaged, productive, and aligned with UNIQLO ’s mission. If you enjoy a hands-on, field-oriented HR role, working closely with leaders to drive operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity.

Requirements

• University degree / Post secondary education in Human Resources or related field.
• 3+ years of experience advising managers and leaders on employee relations.
• Experience with disciplinary actions, terminations, and workplace investigations is required.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance in Canada.
• Ability to travel 3 days per week to visit stores and provide on-site HR support.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with global teams and people at all levels of the organization.
• Permanent work authorization in Canada (eligible to work for any employer).
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools and HRIS systems.
• Ability to operate with high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• The individual may be assigned to support other regions time-by-time upon to the business requirement and necessity.

Nice To Haves

• HR Professional Designation is a strong asset.
• Prior experience in retail HR is a strong asset.
• French language proficiency considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main HR advisor for store managers, assistant store managers, and area managers in your assigned region.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, from coaching to conflict resolution
• Conduct workplace investigations and ensure compliance with employment law.
• Enforce progressive discipline, lead disciplinary meetings, and manage termination processes with professionalism.
• Ensure employee records are complete and accurate in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Partner with recruiters to coordinate hiring for mid-level management roles in stores.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding processes for new store associates by supporting interview process, conducting new hire orientation, ensure employees. are enrolled in our HRIS/store systems, and follow up with Payroll, Store Managers, and HR members to ensure employee onboarding is completed.
• Assist in the ongoing review, development and implementation of company policies, programs and initiatives including delivering training programs.
• Monitor workforce trends, assess store needs, and implement HR strategies that improve engagement and retention.
• Support with regional organization planning and staff development including creating and monitoring the progress of a development plan with area managers and HR Manager.
• Serve as the HRBP backup for Québec when needed, ensuring smooth operations across regions.
• Stay ahead of labor laws and HR best practices, ensuring UNIQLO remains compliant and competitive.
• Ensure company operates in accordance with all applicable legislation including Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, etc.
• Sit as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and oversee meetings of the stores JHSC's.
• Provide a weekly HR report summarizing key activities and observations.
• Travel 4 days per week in Toronto GTA locations (if you are based in Toronto region).
• Travel 4 days per week in our stores located near Ottawa + a few stores in Quebec (if you are based in Ottawa region).
• Additional duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
• A high-visibility role with collaboration across global and regional executive teams.
• Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and performance.
• A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your decisions drive real business impact.
• Work in a modern office which is easily accessible by public transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level