About Us
Driven by a passion for detail and a tradition of excellence in design and architecture, Amacon is recognized as one of Canada’s most influential real estate development and construction firms. With five decades of development and construction expertise, a precise level of design and craftsmanship is evident in all the homes and commercial developments that Amacon builds. In addition to its diverse real estate portfolio, Amacon owns Wentworth Hospitality Group, a leading Canadian hospitality company that operates two hotels and four restaurants. Wentworth Hospitality Group is recognized for its commitment to exceptional guest experiences, meticulous attention to detail, and a culture of continuous innovation and improvement, consistently setting new standards within the hospitality industry.
Position Summary
The HR Business Partner delivers practical, business-focused HR support to leaders, managers, and employees across the organization’s business units. This role supports key HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, policy interpretation, compliance, reporting, and employee engagement. This role reports to the Senior Manager, Human Resources, and helps support 500+ employees within British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Denver, Colorado.
Position Responsibilities
- Partner with leaders and managers to provide HR guidance and support across employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, talent management, employee recognition, training and development, and workplace health and safety.
- Support compliance with applicable employment standards, legislation, HR best practices, and workplace health and safety requirements by reviewing, developing, interpreting, implementing, and recommending updates to policies, procedures, and employment practices.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including screening, interviewing, coordinating hiring processes, partnering with managers on role requirements, coordinating background and reference checks, and preparing employment agreements.
- Coordinate onboarding, new hire orientation, offboarding, and exit interview processes, including HRIS data entry and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare and review HR correspondence, including employment letters, employment verification letters, termination letters, and severance-related documentation.
- Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, supervisors, and managers, providing timely, professional, and practical guidance.
- Analyze HR data and prepare reports, metrics, queries, and standard reporting tools to support decision-making, workforce planning, and ongoing organizational needs.
- Recommend process improvements, policy enhancements, and HR system improvements to improve HR efficiency, organizational effectiveness, and the employee experience.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with external HR vendors, including employment agencies and service providers.
- Organize and participate in employee engagement initiatives, events, and activities that support a positive and respectful workplace culture.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee files, records, and HR documentation.
- Stay current on HR trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies related to human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and guidance to leaders and managers on HR best practices, employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and consistent people management practices.
- Share knowledge, tools, and resources with the HR team to support consistent service delivery, strengthen team capability, and promote continuous learning.
- Lead and support HR projects and initiatives from planning through implementation, including coordinating stakeholders, tracking timelines, managing deliverables, and supporting effective change management.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in Human Resources Management; or related field required
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience as a Business Partner, Generalist, or Advisor role.
- CPHR or SHRM-CP designation
- Strong knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights and WorkSafe legislation, as well as human resources management fundamentals
- Experience with HRIS/ATS/Payroll Systems
- Knowledge of BambooHR an asset
- Experience supporting change management initiatives, organizational design, restructuring, or business transformation projects is considered an asset
- Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational priorities and align HR recommendations with business needs
- Ability to build credible, collaborative relationships
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
- Resourceful mindset with attention to detail and high-quality standards
- Ability to audit own work for accuracy and completeness
- Excellent organizational and collaboration skills
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Computer Skills: Excellent knowledge of MS Office, and comfortable learning new technical systems as needed
Additional Information
Amacon is an equal-opportunity employer who offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. This full-time salaried position works 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday onsite in our downtown Vancouver location.
Please apply through amacon.com via the link provided: https://amacon.bamboohr.com/careers/496
Thank you for your interest; due to the volume of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
