HR Business Partner

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

Key Accountabilities

• Regional Human Resource Administration and Coordination
  • Respond to employee queries on HR-related matters, escalating as required to the Senior HR Business Partner.
  • Support HR Analyst in delivering HR administration for the region including new hires, leavers, employee benefits, invoicing, personnel files/records management, reference requests, HR system and payroll.
  • Liaise with the Organisation Design and Total Rewards teams to evaluate job roles as required.
  • Coordinate with internal CIBC departments (e.g., Business Management, Technology) to ensure staff movements are documented and onboarding, leaver and change processes are completed; attend weekly calls.
  • Organise employee events such as Lunch and Learns.
  • Manage the delivery of the HR Induction Programme, including regular presentation slide updates.
  • Manage the relocation process for internal moves to the region.
• Human Resource Policy and Governance
  • Provide HR policy interpretation and counsel to employees and People Managers to ensure adherence to Corporate HR policies, programs and standards.
  • Support and guide managers in the recruitment, selection and onboarding process within the region.
  • Partner with Employment Counsel, Policy and Governance and the business on workplace issues, legislative employment requirements and resolution of arising matters.
  • Partner with HR Services and Operations on governance-related activities to support regulatory reporting and coordination of internal and external compliance and audit reviews.
  • Partner with external Immigration Counsel on all immigration regulations to ensure complete compliance for the region.
  • Provide first-line advice on minor Employee Relations matters and support the HRBP on issues that arise within the business.
  • Provide policy interpretation regarding pension and benefits policies.
  • Advise People Managers with guidelines, procedures and tools from the HR Centres of Expertise to facilitate delivery of all HR programs.
• Performance Management and Capability Development
  • Provide guidance to Managers on performance management processes.
  • Support People Managers to identify and resolve performance issues, including assistance with escalation through the formal disciplinary process.
• Reporting & Regulatory
  • Prepare ad hoc reports.
  • Support HR Analyst in preparing regular weekly and monthly reports.
  • Develop reports to assist managers, HR Team and Functional Groups in workforce management.
  • Support Senior HRBP with gathering data on the Employee Survey.
• Process Improvement
  • Review processes, identify areas for improvement and potential solutions.
  • Document processes and procedures and review quarterly.
• Benefits
  • Support Senior HRBP with ongoing benefits management and administration, including the annual renewal process.
• Cross-Functional Relationships
  • Interface with HR counterparts across Europe, Asia and North America; partner with Centres of Expertise globally (e.g., rewards, pension, benefits) for policy interpretation and workplace issue handling.
  • Interact regularly with all employees and People Leaders in Europe and HR centres of expertise (Talent Management, Compensation, Training and Development, ER, Policy and Governance, etc.).
  • Maintain external relationships with vendors, consultants, external Legal counsel and industry network groups as appropriate.
• Compliance Requirements
  • Comply with all applicable CIBC and line of business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.

AUTHORITIES/DECISION RIGHTS

• Provide advice and counsel to employees and People Managers on integrated human resource solutions that involve multiple legislative policies and procedures.
• Collect employee information when reviewing reports or conducting HR-related activities, as authorized by the role’s nature.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Regional position – Europe.
• Provide HR support to a range of business units and infrastructure teams.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational abilities.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Team player.
• Business acumen and understanding of client groups, culture, products and services (asset).
• 2–5 years of experience in an HR Generalist capacity with knowledge of HR concepts, policies and practices.
• CIPD Level 3 minimum, Level 5 preferable or equivalent.
• Understanding of HR governance/legislation and CIBC’s HR policies and programs to identify compliance/regulatory issues and provide proactive counsel.
• Problem-solving skills, root cause analysis, and provision of HR/Business solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills with business leaders and partners.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and intermediate skills on PowerPoint, Word, Excel.
• Knowledge of Workday and other HR systems.
• Operate independently to identify priorities and address policy/program implementation and customization requirements to meet client needs.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• May require overtime.

What CIBC Offers

• Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides flexibility and support to integrate life at work and at home.
• Connect: Work in a place where technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration and creativity.
• Develop: Grow skills and career through best-in-class onboarding, ongoing learning, development planning, and comprehensive product training.
• Prosper: Share in collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, and a health benefits program.

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com.
• Legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and, where applicable, have a valid work or study permit.

Job Location: 150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Strategies, Change Management, Human Resources Advisory, Human Resources Policies, Operational Efficiency, Performance Management (PM), Strategic Objectives, Succession Planning, Talent Management.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Banking