Senior Manager, HRBP

We are committed to connecting Canadians through unique partnerships, our world-class network and content Canadians love—and our innovative team is growing. We are looking for dedicated team members to join our Corporate team who have a genuine passion for making positive impacts on customers and the communities where we live and work. We have a variety of business units with exciting and meaningful work waiting for you, including Communications, HR, Legal and Corporate Affairs, Supply Chain, Finance, and Real Estate. If you are considering your next step, we have exciting opportunities waiting for you. Come build a rewarding career at Rogers and be a driving force behind our success story!

Reporting to the Director, HRBP RSM, the Senior Manager, HRBP is responsible for delivering strategic HR partnership to the RSM leadership team and overseeing day-to-day HR operations that support business objectives. This role plays a critical part in advancing HR strategies, leading major people initiatives, and fostering an engaged, high performing workforce. The Senior Manager will also hold direct accountability for HR leadership within unionized environments, including managing grievances, labour relations strategy, and collective bargaining processes. 

What You'll Do: 
• Act as the primary HR Business Partner to the Leadership Team, contributing to strategic decisions that drive business performance and organizational effectiveness. 
• Lead the HR agenda for the business by using strong HR expertise, deep understanding of operations, and trusted relationships to influence decision-making at all levels. 
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with senior leaders (Executive and Director levels), demonstrating the value of HR as a strategic enabler. 
• Project manage major people related initiatives aligned to the evolution and growth of RSM; create and execute detailed project plans, track milestones, engage cross functional partners, and communicate progress effectively. 
• Develop a thorough understanding of business priorities and challenges to proactively shape HR programs that drive performance, productivity, and cultural alignment. 
• Play a central role in developing and executing the RSM strategy and annual people plan. 
• Support the labour relations strategy and provide expert guidance to leadership on managing and working within unionized environments, ensuring compliance with collective agreements and legislation. 
• Participate and support collective bargaining preparation and negotiation, including costing scenarios, mandate development, drafting proposals, and acting as a key strategic advisor at the bargaining table. 
• Coach leaders on the interpretation and application of collective agreements, building confidence and consistency in labour-related decision making. 
• Lead high risk and escalated employee relations matters, including legal cases, investigations, STAR hotline complaints, and executive level escalations. 
• Ensure consistent outcomes, appropriate use of legal counsel, and compliance with employment law, labour legislation, and internal policies. 
• Analyze ER trends to identify root causes, recommend corrective action, and shape improved policies and practices across the enterprise. 
• Drive leadership development and succession planning; lead talent review processes and ensure robust follow through on development actions. 
• Partner closely with Talent Acquisition and Finance to align on workforce planning metrics, high volume hiring requirements, and headcount management.  
• Leverage data to provide reporting, analysis, and recommendations to the RSM leadership and HR team. 
• Support performance management, organizational design, compensation decisions, and change management initiatives for the business. 
• Maintain a strong understanding of the “pulse” of the organization at all levels, representing employee sentiment and risks back to HR and senior leaders. 
• Reinforce Rogers values, culture, and people practices through effective communication, coaching, and leadership alignment. 

What You’ll Bring:
• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field. 
• Progressive HR Business Partner experience, including significant experience working with unionized employee groups. 
• Demonstrated experience managing grievances, labour relations strategy, and collective bargaining. 
• Brings a deep passion for the Canadian sports and entertainment landscape, recognizing the powerful impact that storytelling, news, and entertainment have on audiences across the country. 
• Exceptional interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills with the ability to build trust across all levels, including navigating confidential or sensitive matters. 
• Proven ability to operate in a fast paced, matrixed environment and drive results with or without direct authority. 
• Strong analytical, problems solving, and negotiation skills; able to understand and navigate complex business issues. 
• Ability to manage both high level strategic priorities and detailed operational work. 
• Expertise with MS Excel and PowerPoint; strong data literacy. 
• CHRP/CHRL designation is considered an asset.

What's in it for you:

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

•    Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
•    Company matching contributions to charities you support Growth & Development Opportunities:
•    Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
•    Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs:
•    Homewood employee & family assistance program
•    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
•    Low or no-cost fitness membership

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
•    Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
•    Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role. ​

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check 
Posting Category/Function: Human Resources & HR Generalist
Requisition ID: 333366
 

To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes:  Corporate