Human Resources Business Partner

Fairstone Bank•Toronto, ON

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fairstone Bank is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join their People & Culture team. This role will support Corporate Functions across multiple locations. The HRBP will act as a key advisor and trusted partner to business leaders, focusing on shaping and implementing people strategies that drive performance, support growth, and promote a high-trust, high-impact culture. This is a hands-on and strategic role that goes beyond traditional HR administration.

Requirements

5 to 10 years of HR/Employee Relations experience in fast-paced, complex environments (financial services an asset)
Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field
Bilingual French & English is an asset
Proven ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels
Experience supporting change management initiatives and driving organizational transformation
Familiarity with HR systems (Workday an asset) and strong proficiency in MS Office
Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
Strong understanding of Canadian employment laws
Demonstrated agility, resilience, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Partner closely with leaders and people managers to provide proactive, day-to-day guidance on all HR matters, including coaching, workforce planning, talent development, and employee support.
Lead and execute core HR programs across performance management, employee relations, compensation, organizational design, and legislative compliance, ensuring a consistent, equitable, and high-quality employee experience.
Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, coordinating documentation, responses, and follow-up actions to ensure readiness and adherence to regulatory standards.
Manage the HR budget and vendor ecosystem, including contract oversight, invoice tracking, and partner evaluation, ensuring strong value, service quality, and cost control.
Support organizational change and transformation efforts, including restructuring, team effectiveness initiatives, and culture-building programs.
Use HR analytics and data insights to identify trends, diagnose challenges, and recommend evidence-based solutions for talent, performance, and engagement.
Partner with Talent Acquisition to forecast hiring needs, support workforce planning, and ensure smooth onboarding for new hires.
Coach managers and employees to build leadership capability, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive, inclusive workplace.
Contribute to HR process improvements, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance systems, and strengthen overall HR service delivery.
Drive cross-functional HR projects and initiatives, ensuring clear timelines, effective collaboration, and successful delivery of outcomes.