Bilingual HR Advisor (Regional, QC and ON)

Who We Are:
At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves.
We’re looking for people who are passionate about retail and motivated by meaningful work that makes a real impact. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger. 

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About This Role:

Giant Tiger is looking for a fully Bilingual Human Resources Advisor to support a section of our Quebec and Ontario stores! This is a hybrid role that requires travel to our stores, so the ideal candidate would be located in or near Ottawa . When not traveling to our stores, the HR Advisor will choose to work where they work best. Due to many stores in this region being French-speaking only we do require the incumbent to be fully bilingual in English and French.

As an important member of the Store Human Resources team and reporting to the Manager, HRBP, the HR Advisor is responsible for supporting the Store Human Resources function, including all aspects of employee and labour relations, talent management and Human Resources Best Practices. The HR Advisor conducts regular store visits to review Store engagement and identifies any employee relations issues and escalates/resolves those issues working in partnership with the Regional Support Managers. The HR Advisor acts as a coach to the store owners on engagement, retention, performance management talent management and policies and procedures.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Partner with Franchisees and Store Manager on employee relations matters including performance management, compensation, employee engagement and employee relations.

• Execute business unit visits (changeover and engagement) working collaboratively with business unit to assess engagement and advise on HR Best Practices.

• Conduct discrimination and harassment investigations, providing recommendations and documentation to the business unit.

• Partner with the Manager/Owner on CNESST claims and any litigation and act as a trusted advisor on these matters.

• Where required inform the business unit on labour and employee relations issues to mitigate risk

• Conduct HR leadership training for business unit on Giant Tiger Talent Development Programs

• Provide Best advice on Modified work, return to work process and health and safety matters.

• Act as a conduit between the Manager/Owner and the Centres of Excellence to provide appropriate support.

• Complete administrative activities for the business unit and reinforce the self-service model

What You'll Bring:

• Bilingualism English and French is required (expert level, conversational French skills)

• Post Secondary education in Human Resources or related discipline; or equivalent experience

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a HR partner/advisor role

• Skilled in developing positive working relationships with business leaders

• 3+ years experience coaching and advising managers

• Excellent attention to detail with written work, with a proven ability to effectively communicate in a positive way with internal business units

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Excellent organizataional skills and attention to detail

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate provincial employment law, policies and regulations

• Relevant experience in conducting ER investigations, including Harassment investigations and supporting MOL & Human Rights claims

• Travel: The successful candidate must be able and willing to travel as required to support business needs.

Assets You May Have:

• HR designation such as CHRP or CHRL, either in progress or completed

• College or University degree in business, HR or a related subject, either in progress or completed

• Strong computer skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point

• Experience working in Workday

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Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.

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Short Term Incentive Plan

Retirement Support

What Giant Tiger Offers:
Competitive Compensation: The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.

Short Term Incentive Plan: This role includes an annual bonus opportunity based on the percentage of base salary listed above, with payout determined by company and individual performance.

Retirement Support: This role is eligible for company-funded retirement savings, with contributions made on your behalf. The specific retirement program and contribution level are noted above.

Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits (available on hire) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days, plus additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s.

Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.
Extra Giant Tiger Perks:
• Store Discount,
• Parental leave salary top-up,
• Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks,
• Safety first environment.

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Job Requisition

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.

Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [email protected].

Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.