Human Resources Business Partner

Drive your Career!

We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.

We are currently looking for a Human Resources Business Partner, based out of St. Thomas, ON

Our mission has started. Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory in St. Thomas will carry out all battery activities – from processing raw materials to developing a unified Volkswagen battery to managing the European and North American gigafactories. Headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany, we are experiencing the transformation of mobility up close. Our goal is to contribute a positive impact to our global society, the environment and the economy. To reach these goals we need your POWER!

For the initial ramp-up phase of our North American operations, we are looking for a passionate Human Resources Business Partner who wants to CELLebrate in fast-paced and fast-changing environments. As part of the ramp-up team, you will work closely with the CEO, our PowerCo SE team members at Headquarters in Germany as well as colleagues from the Volkswagen Group Canada (VGCA) in Ajax, ON. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer for VGCA, you will aid with and facilitate the HR processes required to support the business as needed.

• This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in office**

Primary Responsibilities

• Serving as a coach and mentor to new hires, accompanying them through the ramp-up phase and serving as a sounding board regarding general expectations.
• Providing first-level customer support to employees and department managers regarding employee transactions, company policy and other general inquiries. Following up on issues and/or discrepancies as needed to ensure full resolution for internal customers
• Reviewing and recommending approaches and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the HR processes.
• Providing administrative and operational support to HR management as well as the broader ramp-up team in order to support the build of a top-notch operations team.
• Performing other duties as assigned or as they might pertain to the position.
• Assisting international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Working closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Partnering with the international ramp-up team in Germany to support overall HR objectives and initiatives.
• Performing HR system and form data entry.
• Maintaining employee data and personnel files following legal standards and managing the HRIS system as needed, demonstrating high levels of confidentiality at all times.
• Creating, maintaining, and distributing various forms, letters, templates, job descriptions, and memoranda in support of end-to-end HR process transactions.
• Reporting regularly on HR metrics, such as turnover, productivity, etc.
• Integrating HR systems and end-to-end processes.
• Acting as a liaison between Volkswagen Group Canada (VGCA), Volkswagen AG (Germany) and the newly-established Canadian battery entity, learning all existing HR programs and processes in order to act as a subject matter expert between all three parties.

Primary Location

Canada-Ontario

Qualifications

• Stress tolerance/Succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Customer oriented
• Knowledge of Human Resources best practices
• Self-motivated/Ambitious
• Being open minded and willing to adapt
• Task oriented
• High level of discretion and protection of personal data
• Ability to maintain flexible work hours to account for time zone differences with Europe, when necessary
• Experience with start-ups and/or mergers and acquisitions strongly desired
• Ability to identify and incorporate opportunities for process improvement
• Strong oral and written communication
• Accepts and supports change
• Sense of urgency while maintaining attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Comfortability and experience with data analytics
• Ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally
• Knowledge of employment laws in Canada
• Overtime may be required to meet ramp-up deadlines
• Up to ~20% travel within Ontario and internationally
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology or similar field preferred
• CHRP is strongly desired
• Project & process management skills
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a Generalist role with proven experience in different segments of the HR industry (recruiting, benefits & compensation, employee relations, administration, etc.)

Desired Skills

• German language knowledge is considered an asset.
• Proven success collaborating with senior business leaders and adding value through the delivery of HR solutions that improve workforce.
• HRIS systems knowledge; SAP preferred.

What You’ll Get In Return

• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
• Opportunities for development
• And much more!
• A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package

Interested applicants are asked to submit their application by June 30, 2023

• Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Additional information: Volkswagen Group Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation