We’re RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited. We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO, and PENN. Penningtons – more than ever before.
Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all.
With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country.
Job DescriptionWe’re building a modern HR function—one that puts the business and the employee experience at the center.
As an HR Business Partner, you act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and executives within our Head Office Shared Services groups. You help shape how teams are structured, how leaders lead, and how talent decisions support business priorities.
Working in close partnership with our HR Centres of Excellence, you connect strategy to execution—ensuring the right expertise is brought forward to drive meaningful outcomes across the organization.
What you’re accountable for
The HRBP partners closely with senior leaders and executives on their most important people priorities, including:
- Acting as a strategic partner to senior leaders, providing guidance on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and talent priorities
- Influencing and challenging leadership decisions to ensure alignment with business objectives and long-term organizational health
- Partnering with HR Centres of Excellence to design and deliver solutions across talent management, leadership development, and change initiatives
- Using people insights and data to identify trends, inform decisions, and shape targeted actions
- Providing oversight and direction on complex employee matters, ensuring consistency, risk awareness, and appropriate escalation
- Supporting leaders in building high-performing, engaged teams and strengthening leadership capability
What you bring
You are a credible partner to senior leaders and bring both perspective and judgment to complex situations.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to connect people decisions to business outcomes
- Experience influencing at a senior level, with the confidence to challenge and guide decision-making
- A structured yet pragmatic approach to problem-solving in ambiguous environments
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Ability to interpret data and translate insights into clear direction
- Bilingualism, French and English
Experience:
- 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience
- Experience supporting senior leaders
- Strong experience in organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, or talent strategy
- CHRP/CHRL (or equivalent) is considered an asset
What Sets Us Apart:
- Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
- Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
- Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
- Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
- Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
- Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.
*Certain conditions apply
Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.
Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate's experience.
The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.
We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
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Skills Required
- 7-10+ years of progressive HR experience
- Experience supporting senior leaders
- Strong experience in organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, or talent strategy
- Ability to act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and influence decision-making
- Experience designing and delivering talent management, leadership development, and change initiatives
- Ability to interpret people data and translate insights into action
- Strong business acumen and ability to connect people decisions to business outcomes
- Structured yet pragmatic problem-solving in ambiguous environments
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Bilingualism (French and English)
- CHRP/CHRL (or equivalent) certification
What We Do
Why Reitmans (Canada) Limited At RCL (as we affectionately call ourselves), every moment of every day revolves around our customers and our love of fashion. We believe fashion empowers our customers to put their best foot forward when it matters the most. From the design table to the stores, we are always finding new ways to create memorable experiences, backed by a strong brand portfolio and powered by the most passionate people in the industry. We are proud of our almost one hundred years of history as Canada’s fashion retail icon, and we have a remarkable story to tell. Operating under three flagship brands – Reitmans, PENN. and RW&CO. – we thrive by demonstrating our passion for fashion. Our innovation and drive to constantly raise the bar on customer experience is complemented by our dedicated and talented team – our most important asset. Being RCL is all about caring for our people, working collaboratively and authentically, while inspiring performance. Our values come to life through the passionate people we hire, the charities we support and business relationships we create both in Canada and abroad. Come fashion your new career with us careers.smartrecruiters.com/ReitmansCanadaLteLtd/en
