About Our Team
Our HR team is a trusted partner to the business, working hand-in-hand to drive organizational success. We are more than a support function—we are a strategic enabler of growth, focused on talent management, employee experience, and fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.
At Ipsos Canada, we are committed to making our organization the best place to work in research. We continuously evolve our practices, leveraging data, insights, and innovation to elevate the employee experience and support business success.
What Makes This Role Important at Ipsos?
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Human Resources, the Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) plays a critical role in shaping and executing people strategies that support both our operational and corporate teams.
This role supports both hourly and salaried employee populations within a dynamic research environment, requiring deep expertise in Canadian labour legislation, employee relations, and workplace practices.
As a senior advisor to business leaders, you will bring a strong balance of strategic influence and hands-on execution, partnering closely with leaders to drive organizational effectiveness, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance with all applicable labour standards.
Location Hybrid role based in Winnipeg, Manitoba
What You’ll Be Doing
Strategic Business Partnership
Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, aligning HR strategies with business priorities
Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy
Support leaders in driving performance, engagement, and team effectiveness.
Employee & Labour Relations
Lead and manage complex employee relations matters across hourly and salaried populations
Provide expert guidance on Canadian employment legislation, labour standards, and HR best practices
Support investigations, conflict resolution, and progressive discipline processes
Partner with leaders to ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant decision-making
HR Program Delivery & Execution
Lead end-to-end delivery of core HR programs, including:
Performance Management
Compensation and salary planning
Talent reviews and succession planning
Learning & development initiatives
Tailor corporate programs to meet the needs of the Canadian research workforce
Organizational Development
Drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience
Support change management efforts tied to business evolution and growth
Contribute to the development of leadership capability and team performance
Employee Experience & Engagement
Champion initiatives that enhance inclusion, engagement, and culture
Support onboarding, engagement surveys, and action planning
Partner with leaders to create meaningful employee experiences
Data, Insights & Reporting
Leverage HR data to provide actionable insights to business leaders
Analyze trends across turnover, performance, engagement, and workforce planning
Identify risks and opportunities, recommending solutions grounded in data
Operational Excellence
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail across all HR processes
Maintain compliance with employment standards and internal policies
Continuously improve HR processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
This Role May Be Right for You If You:
Act like an owner, taking accountability for building and delivering impactful HR solutions
Build strong, credible relationships and influence at all levels of the organization
Bring strong business acumen and view HR as a driver of business success
Possess deep knowledge of Canadian labour laws and employment standards
Thrive in complex environments supporting both hourly and salaried workforces
Are highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Are proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable managing ambiguity
Bring a data-driven mindset and use insights to inform decisions
Are collaborative, adaptable, and energized by a fast-paced environment
Qualifications & Experience
6–10+ years of progressive HR experience, including Business Partner roles
Strong experience supporting employee relations and labour practices in Canada
Demonstrated experience working with both hourly and salaried employee groups
Experience in a research, professional services, or similar knowledge-based environment is an asset
Post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
CHRP/CHRL designation considered an asset
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience working with HR data and reporting tools
Fluency in French not necessary, but would be an asset
What’s In It for You
At Ipsos, you’ll gain:
Opportunities for career growth and leadership exposure
A collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture
Competitive total rewards including benefits, wellness programs, and PTO
A flexible hybrid work environment
If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to!
In accordance with Ontario & British Columbia law, the estimated base salary for this role is $90,000 to $110,000 CAD. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
What’s in it for you:
At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | CA
Commitment to Diversity
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Skills Required
- 6-10+ years of progressive HR experience
- Strong experience supporting employee relations and labour practices in Canada
- Post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
- CHRP/CHRL designation considered an asset
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
- Experience working with HR data and reporting tools
Ipsos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ipsos and has not been reviewed or approved by Ipsos.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include generous vacation allowances, paid sick time, volunteer days, Summer Fridays, and an extra birthday day in some regions. Allowances in some markets increase with tenure and include options to buy or sell holiday time.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans multiple medical plans, dental and vision care, an Employee Assistance Program, and employer-funded income protection and life assurance in certain regions. Private medical coverage is offered for some levels, alongside mental health support resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available across regions, with multi-month options and equal maternity and paternity leave in the UK. Flexible working approaches and family-friendly policies are emphasized.
Ipsos Insights
What We Do
In our world of rapid change, the need for reliable information to make confident decisions has never been greater. At Ipsos we believe our clients need more than a data supplier, they need a partner who can produce accurate and relevant information and turn it into actionable truth. This is why our passionately curious experts not only provide the most precise measurement, but shape it to provide True Understanding of Society, Markets and People. To do this we use the best of science, technology and know-how and apply the principles of security, simplicity, speed and substance to everything we do. So that our clients can act faster, smarter and bolder. Ultimately, success comes down to a simple truth: YOU ACT BETTER WHEN YOU ARE SURE First listed on the Paris Stock Exchange: July 1, 1999 Total revenues in 2019: 2,003.3 million euros
