Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Ottawa, Halifax, Victoria, or Winnipeg (Hybrid, 1–2 days on-site per week)

Job Type: Contract – 1 year

Language: English, professional proficiency in written and spoken communication

Background Check Requirement: Must be eligible to obtain a Canadian Secret Security Clearance

About the Opportunity

Altis Recruitment is partnering with a respected engineering organization to find a collaborative and forward-thinking Human Resources Business Partner. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, helping shape people strategies that support performance, engagement, and long-term growth.

You will work closely with management teams across Canada, influencing HR strategy while remaining hands-on in program delivery and employee support. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a technical, fast-evolving environment where thoughtful people practices are essential to organizational success.

What’s in it for You

You will join a people-focused organization that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development. This role offers exposure to national client groups, the ability to influence change, and the chance to work within a culture that encourages balance, accountability, and shared success.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll partner with leaders to support professional employee groups across Canada, providing guidance on a wide range of HR matters.
• In this role, you’ll coach managers on leadership development, performance management, talent planning, change initiatives, and employee engagement.
• You’ll design and deliver HR programs including onboarding, performance processes, compensation support, engagement initiatives, and leadership development reviews.
• You’ll collaborate with talent acquisition partners to develop recruitment strategies and address hiring challenges.
• You’ll ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies, including conducting investigations and maintaining accurate HR documentation.
• You’ll contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by influencing HR policies, programs, and ways of working.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Human Resources Business Partner role.
• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• CHRP or CPHR designation preferred.
• Experience supporting federally regulated environments an asset.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proven ability to develop and implement practical HR solutions aligned to business needs.

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.