HR Business Partner

About Modern Campus Modern Campus empowers institutions to move with confidence across the modern learner journey. Our platform spans web content management, curriculum and catalog management, student engagement and lifelong learning — giving more than 1,700 colleges and universities the infrastructure they need to support the entire learner-to-earner lifecycle and deliver personalized, scalable experiences. We partner with the education community to create new pathways for learning and opportunity, reimagining how institutions serve the modern learner and shape the future of education. Our purpose — our north star — is to empower institutions to confidently serve and support the modern learner. This mission and purpose come to life through how we show up every day: We exist to create empowerment through education. We lead with honesty and empathy. We shape the future through innovation. We become trusted partners. We make the complex feel possible. What's the role? Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) will play a critical role in running and optimizing talent management programs in support of their business units. This individual will often pivot between acting as a strategic consultant and trusted partner in support of all types of Human Resources related matters. You’ll work closely with business units to align people strategies with business goals, drive employee engagement, support performance and talent development, and help build a high-performing culture. This role requires a strong blend of hands-on execution and significant administrative ownership, alongside forward-thinking strategic leadership. A substantial portion of time in this role is dedicated to high-volume, detail-oriented HR administration. Partners with employees, supervisors, managers and directors in providing day-to-day leadership and solutions to Business Unit HR needs Works closely with leadership and HR team to ensure their business unit is appropriately resourced and prepared to support business objectives Drive the Talent Management agenda, ensuring that internal talent health and development is always at the forefront Coaches, counsels and consults with management regarding performance issues, progressive discipline/corrective action up to and including termination Leveraging metrics, identifies problem areas within the business unit, develops and executes strategies to rectify issues, improve employee engagement and drive business outcomes Provide guidance, policy interpretation and direction to staff on issues of employee relations, HR & organizational policies and procedures Accountable for the management of leaves of absences Ensures compliance with company policies and employment legislation in all provinces and states Manages the rollout and execution of enterprise HR initiatives at the business unit level In conjunction with leadership, facilitate the annual performance appraisal process along with strategic succession planning for their assigned business unit Lead employee investigations independently or in liaison with CHRO Ensure integrity of confidential data at all times Lead various HR projects as required to enhance the employee experience Own and execute a significant volume of administrative HR work as a core component of the role, including documentation, reporting, data entry, HRIS maintenance, audit preparation, and process tracking, ensuring a high degree of accuracy, timeliness, and compliance Maintain highly organized, accurate, and audit-ready employee records and documentation in accordance with internal standards and legal requirements What you offer... University/college degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field Minimum of 8 years’ progressive experience working in an Manager role Strong Knowledge of provincial Employment Standards legislation, Human Rights and Health and Safety legislation Experience with HR program and/or project management Ability to critically analyze HR data for identifying trends and preparing HR plans Strong time management and organizational skills and attention to detail to manage work, competing deadlines and sensitive projects Experience in dealing with large client base Advanced computer skills, and knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems Superior interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) Broad experience in policy and legislation interpretation, customer service, problem solving and conflict resolution skills Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, sound judgment and sensitivity in dealing with internal/external communities Self-starter with a high degree of initiative Great interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new processes quickly Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage a heavy, high-volume administrative workload while balancing strategic priorities Analytical with the ability to organize tasks and establish priorities Superb persuasion and communication skills (verbal and written) What we offer... The base salary range* for this position is between $100,000-$125,000 Remote first workplace! Rewards and recognition programs Learning and development opportunities The ability to make a difference every day for universities trying to grow and students trying to learn! Only qualified candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. What we believe... At Modern Campus, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply for our positions. Modern Campus is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to bring on hires regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status (for US candidates). If you require accommodations during any part of the interview process due to a disability, please let our recruiter know. * Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hires for the position within the US and Canada. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.