People & Culture Partner

ABOUT APPLY DIGITAL

Apply Digital is a global digital transformation partner for change agents. Leveraging expertise that spans Business Transformation Strategy, Product Design & Development, Commerce, Platform Engineering, Data Intelligence, Change Management, and beyond, we enable our clients to modernize their organizations and deliver meaningful impact to the business and to their customers. Whether they are beginning, accelerating or optimizing, we help enterprise businesses implement composable tech as part of their digital transformation journey. We leverage our rich experience in building smart products and using AI tools to drive value. 

Our 650+ team members have helped transform global companies like Kraft Heinz, NFL, Moderna, Lululemon, Atlassian, Sony, American Express, and Harvard Business School. 

Apply Digital was founded in 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. In the past nine years, we have grown to nine cities across North America, South America, the UK, Europe. 

At Apply Digital, we believe in the “One Team” approach, where we operate within a ‘pod’ structure. Each pod brings together senior leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional skill sets, all working within a common tech and delivery framework. This structure is underpinned by well-oiled scrum and sprint cadences, keeping teams in step to release often and retrospectives to ensure we progress toward the desired outcomes. 

Wherever we work in the world, we envision Apply Digital as a safe, empowered, respectful and fun community for people, every single day. Together, we work to embody our SHAPE (smart, humble, active, positive, and excellent) values and make Apply Digital a space for our team to connect, grow, and support each other to make a difference. 

Visit our Careers page to learn how we can unlock your potential.

LOCATION: Apply Digital is hybrid/remote friendly. The preferred candidate should be based in Toronto, Canada, working in hours that align to ET (Eastern Timezone). The preferred candidate will be available to work from the Toronto office 2x per week.

THE ROLE:

As a People & Culture Partner (HRBP), you will play a pivotal role in aligning our People Operations strategy with business objectives, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring our team members are engaged and thriving. Working closely with leadership and stakeholders across various accounts, you will be instrumental in driving organizational effectiveness and contributing to the overall success of our global operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a strategic partner to business leaders, understanding key business challenges and objectives to align the People Operations strategy accordingly.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development, to support the company's growth and innovation goals.
• Drive employee engagement strategies to foster a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring they are resolved in a timely and effective manner, while minimizing risk and maintaining trust.
• Facilitate change management processes, supporting teams and leaders through organizational changes and developments.
• Collaborate with the global HR team to share best practices and develop cohesive strategies that support the company's international expansion.
• Utilize HR analytics to make data-driven decisions and report on key HR metrics to stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR with a focus on HR Business Partner roles, preferably in the technology consulting industry or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment, managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations across North America, with experience in global HR practices a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record in change management, talent development, and employee engagement strategies.
• Analytical skills with the ability to use HR metrics for decision-making.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and tools, with a strong grasp of technology to improve HR processes.
• Nice to have: Certifications such as SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.




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LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL

When you feel safe and healthy, you can bring your best self — and ideas — to the team. In addition to a remote office set-up budget, annual celebrations, and parental leave top-ups, here are a few benefits we offer to support your well-being:

Great projects: Broaden your skills on a range of engaging projects with global brands and important work for causes we care about.

An inclusive environment: We’re truly committed to building a culture where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels welcome. So come as you are.

Learning opportunities: We offer generous training budgets, including partner tech certifications, custom learning plans, workshops, mentorship, and peer support.

Generous vacation policy: Work-life balance is key to our team’s success, so we offer ample time away from work to promote overall well-being.

Customizable benefits: Tailor your extended health and dental plan to your needs, priorities, and preferences.

Flexible work arrangements: We work in a variety of ways, from remote, to in-office, to a blend of both.

Apply Digital is committed to building a culture where differences are celebrated and everyone feels welcome. That’s why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized and valued.

For more information, visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by emailing us at [email protected].