HR Business Partner - Hybride VFX

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Montréal, QC, CAN
Hybrid
Senior level
Gaming
The Role
Leads day-to-day HR operations in a dynamic VFX production environment. Oversees recruitment, onboarding, performance management, labor relations, employee support, terminations, layoffs, HR records, policies, and legal compliance. Advises executives, managers, and department heads on workforce planning, organizational structure, employee relations, leadership development, and staffing fluctuations tied to production cycles.
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Description de l'entreprise

Founded in 1991, Hybride was the first digital visual effects company established in Quebec. For over 30 years, the Hybride team has been reinventing the VFX industry, one project at a time. 

Description du poste

We are seeking an HR business partner to lead our day-to-day HR operations and support our teams in a dynamic production environment. This is a role that is both strategic and hands-on, in which you will work closely with senior management and department heads to ensure the comprehensive management of HR processes. As a key advisor, you will guide and equip managers to help them effectively address HR challenges within their teams.

This role requires a high degree of adaptability in the face of workforce fluctuations related to production activities (team growth and downsizing based on project progress), as well as the ability to switch between strategic advising and operational tasks.

Recruitment

  • Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from identifying needs to onboarding;
  • Collaborate with department heads to anticipate staffing needs based on the expansion and contraction phases of projects;
  • Effectively manage critical hires and track open positions;
  • Coordinate bilingual job postings and ensure compliance with local language requirements, as applicable.

Performance Management

  • Support managers during performance reviews, improvement plans, and the use of performance management tools;
  • Participate in setting objectives and tracking their progress
  • Guide managers toward preventive and effective management of performance issues.

Labor Relations and HR Support

  • Serve as the HR point of contact for managers and employees—be present, available, and responsive;
  • Oversee the resolution of complex labor relations issues (conflicts, accommodations, complaints, disengagement, etc.);
  • Advise managers on HR best practices to maintain a work environment conducive to team development and the achievement of objectives;
  • Support managers in developing their leadership skills, fostering team dynamics, and conducting difficult conversations.

Support to Management

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to executive management on workforce strategy and the optimization of organizational structures.

Terminations and Layoffs

  • Oversee the entire termination process—whether voluntary or involuntary—in compliance with labor standards and legal obligations.

HR Operations

  • Maintain up-to-date employee records in HR systems;
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable labor laws;
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of HR policies tailored to a manufacturing environment.

 

Qualifications

  • 5 or more years of experience as an HR generalist or HRBP, ideally in the VFX, animation, or any other related industry;
  • Solid experience in end-to-end recruitment in fast-paced, high-volume environments—experience in a production setting is a plus;
  • Excellent foundation in performance management and labor relations;
  • Experience in handling terminations with empathy and rigor;
  • Good knowledge of local labor standards and labor law;
  • Ability to work independently with minimal HR infrastructure—this is a generalist, hands-on role, not a specialized one;
  • Excellent judgment, exemplary discretion, and the ability to quickly build trust with managers and employees at all levels;

Informations complémentaires

Our passion for innovation and our team’s creativity are recognized throughout the industry and remain the cornerstone of our work philosophy. Our team is comprised of over 200 highly qualified creators working in two creative spaces located in Piedmont, in the Laurentians, and in the Mile-End district of Montreal.

Our repertoire holds prestigious titles such as 300, Avatar, Hunger Games and Jurassic World, as well as in the last 6 instalments of the Star Wars franchise and the new Disney+ high-end TV series, The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi and Andor.

At Hybride, first and foremost, we are good human beings, who value well-being and solidarity. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

At Hybride, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences. 

Skills Required

  • At least 5 years of experience as an HR generalist or HR business partner
  • End-to-end recruitment experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments
  • Experience in a production setting or VFX, animation, or related industry
  • Strong foundation in performance management and labor relations
  • Experience handling employee terminations with empathy and rigor
  • Knowledge of local labor standards and labor law
  • Ability to work independently with minimal HR infrastructure
  • Excellent judgment and discretion
  • Ability to build trust quickly with managers and employees at all levels

Ubisoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage in the U.S. includes medical, dental, and vision options with HSA funding to cover the deductible, plus access to One Medical and a mental‑health program. Several studios also provide telemedicine and, in some regions, on‑site clinic services.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes paid vacation, holidays, wellness time, volunteer PTO, and a sabbatical available after five years in the U.S. Canadian studios highlight six weeks of vacation and additional local days tied to occasions or seasonal reduced hours.
  • Parental & Family Support Enhanced parental leave with salary top‑ups is emphasized in multiple regions, including Canada. In the U.S., a travel‑expense program supports access to reproductive healthcare when services are out of state.

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HQ: Montreuil
21,450 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent has brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.

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