The opportunity:
As the Vice President of Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will play a critical leadership role in guiding and enhancing HR operations at a leading bank in Montreal. This senior position requires an experienced HR professional adept at executing strategic initiatives and promoting a culture of excellence. You will manage a broad range of HR functions with a significant impact on talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement.


What you will do:

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the bank's objectives, promoting a culture of high performance and strong employee engagement.
• Lead comprehensive recruitment processes, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation, including strategic headcount planning.
• Implement innovative onboarding and offboarding programs to streamline employee integration and departure.
• Direct talent management programs, such as performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and oversee the Global Markets Analyst and Intern programs.
• Collaborate with department heads and global HR colleagues on talent reviews, skills assessments, and targeted development initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, coaching managers on performance issues and partnering with external counsel as needed for internal investigations.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, annual promotion exercises, and ensure decisions are aligned with market data and performance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on complex HR issues and strategic initiatives.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment of respect and belonging.
• Ensure legal compliance, particularly with Quebec labor laws, and manage mobility and career development opportunities.
• Act as a change agent, driving organizational change and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) preferred.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CHRP, SHRM-SCP) highly desirable.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience in the financial industry, preferably covering sales and trading functions, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior executives to advance HR strategies and address complex organizational challenges.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills, capable of inspiring and motivating teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, adept at building relationships and communicating effectively across all organizational levels.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach and experience using HR metrics for decision-making.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing HR challenges.
• High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Soft Skills

• Excellent presentation skills, capable of articulating complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changes.
• Collaborative with a customer-centric mindset, dedicated to driving organizational success.
• Resilient and adaptable, skilled at navigating challenges and promoting a multicultural workplace.